Big Bend

Alerts and closures

• Information

  Big Bend is a NO DRONE Zone

  The use of drones is prohibited in Big Bend National Park. Thank you for preserving the peace and tranquility of Big Bend.

• Information

  Bringing a Pet to Big Bend?

  Bringing your pet to Big Bend National Park will limit some of your park explorations and opportunities. Pets are not allowed on park trails, in the backcountry, or on the river. Pets are allowed only where vehicles can go. Pets may not be left unattended

  Details on nps.gov

About

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...

Things to do: Auto and ATV, Scenic Driving, Astronomy, Stargazing, Biking, Camping, Backcountry Camping, Food, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Self-Guided Tours - Auto, Hiking

Entry and fees

• Entrance - Private Vehicle

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

  $30

• Entrance - Per Person

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

  $15

• Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach

  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).

  $200

• Entrance - Non-commercial Groups

  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.

  $30

• Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus

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

  $100

• Commercial Entrance - Sedan

  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.

  $25

• Entrance - Motorcycle

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

  $25

Fees change. Confirm on nps.gov before you go.