Chris Devereaux
Adventurist
Anyone have Memorial Day weekend plans?
The lady and I are heading to Arizona to visit family, but were camping 3 days out and 3 days back. It'll be the first trip in the new Taco. Were taking the pup and it'll be her first road trip. Still haven't ironed out the camp spots and very open to any input/ideas/suggestions.Anyone have Memorial Day weekend plans?
We're on our way back from a 3 week trip from Brazos county to Tetons, Yellowstone and Glacier, planning to arrive home late on the 1st. So my 4th weekend will be spent cleaning and packing away gear. I do want to hit a TO event at some point though!hmmm 4th of July plans anyone? haha
We're on our way back from a 3 week trip from Brazos county to Tetons, Yellowstone and Glacier, planning to arrive home late on the 1st. So my 4th weekend will be spent cleaning and packing away gear. I do want to hit a TO event at some point though!
Depends on what side of the park but basically 4-ish hours, totally worth it.How much longer would I need to add to my trip to go to Glacier? We are going ... Palo Duro, Medano Pass, Mt. Rushmore, Badlands then Yellowstone and Tetons. I am planning on coming back through the Gila's but I'd REALLY like to see Glacier
Big Bend National Park is a great place for beginners. Any stock 4x4 can traverse 90% of the dirt roads. There are many primitive backcountry campsites throughout the park.
During peak times (Fall & Spring) all of the campsites can fill up quickly. Backcountry campsite permits can only be obtained in person. Because the park is in the middle of nowhere, I recommend reserving a room in nearby Terlingua for your first two nights in case no campsites are available.
The ranger station at Panther Junction sells a great backcountry road guide. It lists plenty of historical sites and places of interest based on mileage from the start of the road.
Some of the roads are great for mountain biking as well.
Big Bend is a great place for star gazing. There is minimal light pollution. Staring up at the sky there is mesmerizing.
If you are looking for something a little more challenging try Big Bend Ranch State Park. T
If you have any questions let me know. I would be happy to answer them.
Jon, try and do all you can Old Ore rd and River Road (east and west) for sure. Black Gap is doable alone no problem at all with another vehicle just in case. Just be smart and most roads are fine! You will see others out there so just ask where they have been. They will be glad to tell you if any problem areas from recent rains and such. HAVE FUN!!!
As others have said.....Just do the whole State, you will not be dissappointed.....
Places to stay include City Parks, County Parks, Corps of Engineers, Privately owned and operated campgrounds, Off Road parks (OHV), State Parks, National Parks and National Forests (4). Many of these locations are free...... YES, Texas is majority privately owned, but there is so much to do and see here. I have made and shared routes, but when captured in a picture, it only frustrates the viewer.
Do not cross Texas off the list of places to explore, you just need to adjust and open your mind a little, its beautiful and rewarding. This is coming from a Montana boy!
Not in SA but both my adult children and their families are there and they LOVE it. Me , not so much, I don't like big cities... I'm an old fart. You will love it here! If on FaceBook please join Texas Overland you will not be disappointed. If you want specifics give a shout!!!!Anyone in San Antonio? I was headhunted by a recruiter off my LinkedIn profile and we are moving to SA. Needless to say I'm really pumped to get into the Hill Country and be closer to Big Bend!
I'm a member of TO as well! Great group of folks. I'm looking forward to getting to participate in some of their events now that I'll be close to a lot of them.Not in SA but both my adult children and their families are there and they LOVE it. Me , not so much, I don't like big cities... I'm an old fart. You will love it here! If on FaceBook please join Texas Overland you will not be disappointed. If you want specifics give a shout!!!!