Big Bend
This where you get your moneys worth. We chose a hike that was challenging and the path wondered thru the steep mountains and ended with a picturesque view of the was named after
5 miles in on the hike you are no longer walking on the sandy gravel path, you are in the gorge of the mountains. Climbing up and down rock and your pace slows just a bit. After an hour or so further we made it atop one of the bigger rocks and a bright light shined at us like a flashlight in the dark. The footing was unsteady because the rock was slippery and shiny. As we inched ever so closely it revealed a view that was more than marvelous and it was clear why this hime was named picture window. To add to the fun of the slippery fun it slopped right off the cliff like a water slide and the wind was howling in at a menacing rate. It was saying enjoy the beauty but don’t get to close.
As we reached the climax of the journey we sat down next to the river. Caiti put her hand on mine to enjoy the moment. False! A giant tarantula was brushing my fingertips.
Map of Big Bend
Map of Texas
Courtesy of: https://toadmama.com/2022/02/big-bend-national-park/
Distance from Home
*1116 miles
