Big Bend National Park

There is a place in Far West Texas where night skies are dark as coal and rivers carve temple-like canyons in ancient limestone. Here, at the end of the road, hundreds of bird species take refuge in a solitary mountain range surrounded by weather-beaten desert. Tenacious cactus bloom in sublime southwestern sun, and species diversity is the best in the country. This magical place is Big Bend…

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About Big Bend National Park

There is a place in Far West Texas where night skies are dark as coal and rivers carve temple-like canyons in ancient limestone. Here, at the end of the road, hundreds of bird species take refuge in a solitary mountain range surrounded by weather-beaten desert. Tenacious cactus bloom in sublime southwestern sun, and species diversity is the best in the country. This magical place is Big Bend...

Quick Facts

Location: TX
Designation: National Park

Entrance Fees

Entrance - Private Vehicle $30.00

Admits one private, non-commercial vehicle (15 passenger capacity or less); valid for 7 days.

Entrance - Per Person $15.00

Admits one individual. Typically used for bicyclists and pedestrians; valid for 7 days.

Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach $200.00

Companies conducting business in the park are required to obtain a commercial use authorization. The only exception is companies travelling in a 26-person capacity or greater vehicle; such vehicles are charged a flat fee of $200 (commercial use authorization not required).

Entrance - Non-commercial Groups $30.00

Organized groups such as Scouts, clubs, etc. that do not qualify for an academic fee waiver are charged as follows: $30 per non-commercial vehicle with a capacity of 15 or less. $15 per person traveling in a non-commercial vehicle with a capacity of 16 or more. Fees will not exceed the commercial rate for the same sized vehicle. Youth 15 and younger are free. Individuals or families with a valid annual or lifetime pass may use their pass for themselves and up to 3 others.

Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus $100.00

This fee is valid for seven consecutive days. A commercial use authorization is required. https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/management/cua.htm

Commercial Entrance - Sedan $25.00

These fees are charged only to commercial organizations, such as tour companies. This fee is determined by the seating capacity of the vehicle. For sedan with 1 to 6 seats, the fee is $30 + $15 per client. This fee is valid for seven consecutive days. A commercial use authorization is required.

Entrance - Motorcycle $25.00

Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 1 private, non-commercial motorcycle with up to 2 total passengers.

Operating Hours

Big Bend National Park is always open. You can enter and exit at any time of the day or night. Park entrances are open 24 hours daily, all year.

Wednesday: All Day
Monday: All Day
Thursday: All Day
Sunday: All Day
Tuesday: All Day
Friday: All Day
Saturday: All Day

Activities

Auto and ATV Scenic Driving Astronomy Stargazing Biking Camping Backcountry Camping Food Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Self-Guided Tours - Auto Hiking Backcountry Hiking Front-Country Hiking Paddling Canoeing Canoe or Kayak Camping Kayaking Junior Ranger Program Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Park Film Shopping Bookstore and Park Store

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