Big Bend NPS

The official Twitter site of Big Bend National Park and Rio Grande Wild & Scenic River

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The Boquillas Port of Entry, providing access to the town of Boquillas, Coahuila, Mexico, will change to the winter schedule beginning Thursday, November 2. The crossing will be open five days a week, Wednesday through Sunday. 9a-5p. https://t.co/p4sh7kWKAc

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Temporary Closures for Wildlife Project.
During the first two weeks of October, biologists will be conducting helicopter surveys for bighorn sheep and aoudad. The Dagger Flat Road and Old Ore Road will be temporarily closed starting October 3. https://t.co/OJLPYSTndy

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For their contributions to rejuvenate wilderness designation efforts at Big Bend National Park, a grassroots group of citizens known as “Keep Big Bend Wild” is the recipient of the 2023 NPS Excellence in Wilderness Stewardship Award: https://t.co/n8it4JxHpC

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In 2022, visitors spent over $48 million in local gateway regions while visiting Big Bend National Park. The spending supported 659 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $56 million! https://t.co/Sx7YGtTeC3

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The superintendent of @BigBendNPS is retiring after overseeing the sprawling West Texas park through the pandemic and a period of record-breaking growth in park visitors.

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From June 3-7, the NPS will be applying herbicide to control non-native giant cane along the river in the RGV area. Visitors may encounter temporary closures in some areas. The RGV boat ramp will remain open, and use of the river will not be closed. https://t.co/7jTn8VS6cR

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On Thursday evening, Big Bend National Park received notice of a fatality along the Chimneys Trail. Rangers responded, and a deceased 75-year-old male from Houston was located approximately ½ mile from the trailhead. There was no obvious cause of death.
https://t.co/N20YqgT7OD

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Recent river flooding has damaged the trail to the Hot Springs, and the Hot Springs are filled with sediment. The historic area is open, but the trail to the springs is closed until further notice.

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From May 29 to June 1, resource staff will be applying herbicide to control non-native giant cane in the RGV area. There will be a temporary closure along the river from Daniels Ranch picnic area to the Rio Grande Village Nature Trail.
https://t.co/fJN68AUIzM

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Due to Extreme Fire Danger, burning charcoal in the Chisos Basin and Basin Campground is now prohibited. The use of contained propane cook stoves, gas grills, or similar, is allowed. Use extreme caution!

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On April 21, the National Park Service hosted a virtual “first look” presentation on the current status and future of the Chisos Mountains Lodge. A recording of the presentation is now available for online viewing.
https://t.co/EwbhKiCyPF

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News release on the containment of the fire along the South Rim: https://t.co/5z1cdl0npX

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Fire Update:
The wildfire at the South Rim has been officially contained at 2:15 pm today. Total size: 30 acres.

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News release on the fire at the South Rim. Note that the segment of trail from Laguna Meadows to the South Rim, and Backcountry Campsites SR2, SR3, SR4 will be closed today to allow park teams to focus on the fire.
https://t.co/GOTqwPA96v

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Wildfire in the Chisos:
At 11:00 AM, rangers were notified of a wildfire in the Southwest Rim area of the Chisos. Current estimate is 1.5 acres in size. Firefighters are hiking to the area now, and will work to contain the fire once they arrive. No trail closures at this time.

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To celebrate National Park Week, park staff invite you to join a special virtual presentation on Thursday, April 21 at 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM Central for a special “first look” presentation on the current status and future of the Chisos Mountains Lodge.
https://t.co/2qL4r04KGN

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The contractor has completed the pavement resurfacing in Rio Grande Village Campground a few days ahead of schedule. This will allow us to reopen the campground tomorrow, just in time for the Easter weekend! Reserve a site at: https://t.co/c7U8od5FfS

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This week, TX Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) will be surveying bighorn sheep and aoudad (Barbary sheep) in Big Bend National Park. TPWD biologists will be using a helicopter in the remote Mesa de Anguila area of the park to search for both species. https://t.co/YUGFP8FJLL

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On April 6th and 7th, park staff plan to initiate a 43-acre prescribed burn along the Rio Grande. During this time, visitors will encounter temporary closures at the Daniel's Ranch area, the RGV Nature Trail, and the Rio Grande Village Boat Launch.
https://t.co/YrCuyLFgor

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@KoltenParker The road is expected to reopen on the evening of April 5.

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Boquillas Canyon Road Closure 4-4 to 4-5
The Boquillas Canyon Rd will be resurfaced on Monday and Tuesday, April 4th - April 5th. During this process, the road will be closed daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. There will be NO access to the Boquillas Canyon or Marufo Vega Trails.