An information-rich look at Big Bend Ranch State Park in Texas, for overlanding and camping visitors. This film answers most questions that new visitors will have before visiting the park. It has been three years in the making.

0:00 Introduction
1:34 History of the Land
3:55 Native American Sites
4:44 Accessing the Park
7:02 Driving Time in the Park
7:58 Visitor Centers
10:41 Entrance and Camping Fees, Vehicle Limits
11:55 Camping and Lodging Options
14:53 4-Wheel Drive Exploring
17:28 What to Bring
18:23 Challenging Roads
19:28 Hiking and Biking
20:57 Nature Viewing and Activities
21:17 Geology
21:58 Wild Animals
23:13 Birds
24:43 Vegetation
26:06 Hazards
27:11 Stargazing and Astrophotography
27:44 Horseback Riding
28:24 River Access and Activities
29:35 Pets
30:24 Seasons
32:07 Communications
33:18 Drone Restrictions
33:43 Conclusion

All aerial photography is FAA rules compliant and is by Big Bend Ranch SP permit. Drone use is only by permit, well in advance, from the park superintendent and is subject to special rules.

Additional photography and video by Mike Smith, Chris Spyer, Mike Brumleve, Mike Leary, Greg Lari, Frank Albarado, and Laud Maroney.
Wild animal video courtesy Rey Muniz.
Special Thanks to retired Superintendent Keith Kinnard.
Special Thanks to Sara for the inspiration.

Barton Warnock Visitor Center Phone: 432-424-3327
Hours: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, year-round, Closed Christmas Day

Fort Leaton State Historic Site Phone: 432-249-1801.
Hours: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, year-round, Closed Christmas Day

Sauceda Headquarters Phone: 432-229-3613
Hours: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, year-round, Closed Christmas Day

Campsite Reservation Phone: 512-389-8900 (Austin)
Big Bend Ranch SP Website: [ Ссылка ]
Campsite Availability and Reservations: [ Ссылка ]
What to do: [ Ссылка ]
Campsite Guide: [ Ссылка ]
Road Guide: [ Ссылка ]
Dog Policy: [ Ссылка ]
Swimming Safety: [ Ссылка ]
Map Page: [ Ссылка ]

Other resources:
Texas Overland on FB: [ Ссылка ]
Big Bend Chat Forum: [ Ссылка ]
Big Bend Repeater System: [ Ссылка ]
Please practice Tread Lightly principles to keep our public lands accessible to motorized recreation: [ Ссылка ]

Gaia GPS Phone and Tablet app: [ Ссылка ]
OnX Offroad Phone and Tablet app: [ Ссылка ]

Camping outside the park:
Los Alamos Ranch: [ Ссылка ] (Camping not currently available. Sorry!)
Mel's Place: [ Ссылка ]
River Rafting:
Big Bend Boating and Hiking Company: 469-607-9869 [ Ссылка ]
Far Flung Outdoor Center: 432-371-2633 [ Ссылка ]
Horseback rides:
Lajitas Stables: 800-887-4331 [ Ссылка ]

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