{"id":4235,"date":"2021-06-07T20:21:12","date_gmt":"2021-06-07T20:21:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.interactcp.com\/blog\/funtownrvcom\/?p=4235"},"modified":"2021-06-07T20:21:12","modified_gmt":"2021-06-07T20:21:12","slug":"camping-destination-in-texas-check-out-big-bend-national-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/camping-destination-in-texas-check-out-big-bend-national-park\/","title":{"rendered":"Camping Destination in Texas: Check Out Big Bend National Park!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re looking for a great camping destination in Texas, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/bibe\/index.htm\">Big Bend National Park<\/a>! This amazing National Park is a gorgeous, memorable camping spot that\u2019s perfect for those who want to get away from it all and connect with the great outdoors. Learn more below \u2013 then load up your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/rv-search?s=true\">new or used RV<\/a> and hit the trails!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-4236\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/big-bend-national-park-277032_1280-1024x778.jpg\" alt=\"Big Bend National Park\" width=\"940\" height=\"714\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/big-bend-national-park-277032_1280-1024x778.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/big-bend-national-park-277032_1280-300x228.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/big-bend-national-park-277032_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Things to Do<\/h3>\n<p>Big Bend National Park is the nature lover\u2019s dream! You won&#8217;t run out of things to do and explore while camping here, such as the hiking trails, river trips, and even scenic drives.<\/p>\n<h4>Hiking Trails<\/h4>\n<p>Lace up your hiking boots! Big Bend is full of trails \u2013 more than 150 miles\u2019 worth! Choose from hiking trails in the desert, in the Chisos Mountains, or along the Rio Grande. You\u2019ll experience different elevations, climates, and wildlife habitats wherever you choose to explore! Check out the hiking opportunities <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/bibe\/planyourvisit\/day_hikes.htm\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-4237\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/landscape-4387108_1280-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Big Bend National Park\" width=\"940\" height=\"529\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/landscape-4387108_1280-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/landscape-4387108_1280-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/landscape-4387108_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>River Trips<\/h4>\n<p>Float the Rio Grande! This is an incredible opportunity to have an unforgettable vacation. Half-day floats (or excursions that last longer!) are available for you to see the canyons and wildlife of the park from the river\u2019s point of view! It\u2019s peaceful, beautiful, and awe-inspiring. Learn more about the river trips <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/bibe\/planyourvisit\/river-trips.htm\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-4240\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/rio-grande-river-1587302_1280-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Big Bend National Park\" width=\"940\" height=\"627\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/rio-grande-river-1587302_1280-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/rio-grande-river-1587302_1280-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/rio-grande-river-1587302_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>Scenic Drives<\/h4>\n<p>Big Bend offers beauty at all hours of the day, even once you\u2019re done exploring! Pile in the car and take a scenic drive as the sun sinks low on the horizon!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-4241\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/sunset-258930_1280-1024x677.jpg\" alt=\"Big Bend National Park\" width=\"940\" height=\"621\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/sunset-258930_1280-1024x677.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/sunset-258930_1280-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/sunset-258930_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>From the National Park Service<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/bibe\/planyourvisit\/scenic_drives.htm\"> website<\/a>:<\/p>\n<p><em>More than 100 miles of paved roads throughout Big Bend National Park showcase not only gorgeous vistas, but also invite you to marvel at the geological splendor, contemplate the lives of early settlers, and observe the incredible diversity of plants and animals that call this home.Taking a scenic drive can be an ideal way to explore the park if you have limited time or if weather is not conducive for other activities.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-4238\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/rio-grande-river-1581917_1280-1024x584.jpg\" alt=\"Big Bend National Park\" width=\"940\" height=\"536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/rio-grande-river-1581917_1280-1024x584.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/rio-grande-river-1581917_1280-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/rio-grande-river-1581917_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Learn more about all you can do while at Big Bend National Park <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/bibe\/planyourvisit\/things2do.htm\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Where to Stay<\/h3>\n<p>Big Bend National Park has several developed campgrounds ready to greet you and your family! Take a look at what\u2019s available <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/bibe\/planyourvisit\/camping.htm\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-4239\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/rio-grande-river-1581918_1280-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Big Bend National Park\" width=\"940\" height=\"627\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/rio-grande-river-1581918_1280-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/rio-grande-river-1581918_1280-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2021\/06\/rio-grande-river-1581918_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>After last year, we know families everywhere are itching to travel again, and to do so safely. RVing provides safe traveling opportunities, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/bibe\/index.htm\">Big Bend National Park <\/a>could be the perfect place to start in your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.funtownrv.com\/rv-search?s=true\">new or used RV<\/a>. 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