Marufo Vega Trail Intel
Everything you need to know about hiking Marufo Vega
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Creating an Effective Safety Plan
Gabrielle (00:04.608) Welcome to this fucking trail home to brutally honest takes on Texas trails hiking hilarity and all things adventure I’m your MC John and I’m here to warn you this podcast is not for young children or anyone with a sensitivity to swears or strong opinions and now over to everyone’s favorite hiking … Read more
The 3 Hardest Hikes in Guadalupe Mountains National Park
Guadalupe Mountains National Park is a kick-your-ass kind of park. Coloradians may turn their noses up at us but consider this: Guadalupe Peak has a total ascent of about 4,278. That’s comparable to (harder than, actually) many of the “easier” 14er hikes. Hell, the standard route on Colorado’s popular 14er Mount Sherman gains a mere … Read more
Don’t Shit Where You Hike – Guadalupe Mountains National Park
It was my first foray into Guadalupe Mountains National Park. I’d just ascended to the highest point in the world (or at least in Texas, which is the only thing that really counts. Fuck Everest.). With much moaning and complaining, but that’s besides the point. Sore legs are nothing when nature calls and you’re deep … Read more
The Big Cave in Palo Duro
The lazy hearted, short on time, injured, small child toting or not so outdoorsy types will love the Big Cave of Palo Duro Canyon State Park. And to be honest, so will all my fellow crazy, outdoorsy, over-ambitious hikers too! This may just be the most fun, easily accessible, family friendly feature of Palo Duro. … Read more
Paseo Del Rio Trail: Convenient and Easy
Paseo Del Rio Trail is good for a family with littles looking to take an easy amble or as a way to link multiple trails together. 1 mile in length (one way) and flat as my sister’s chest, this trail is easy-peasy lemon squeezy as it winds along (no I’m not making this name up) … Read more
Lower Comanche Trail: The Perfect Hike for Exploring Palo Duro
This trail, named from the Comanche Native Americans who, long ago, supplanted the Apache people that lived in this area, can be accessed from the Soapberry Spur (where there is a restroom!) or the equestrian area at the southern end of the park. It is typically red dirt packed with some rock underfoot in some … Read more
Things to do in Big Bend National Park
There is a never ending list of things to do in Big Bend – so many, in fact that your head will be spinning at the thought of trying to cram them all in. You’ll need to take several trips to this park to experience all it has to offer. Hiking There are more than … Read more
Camping in Big Bend National Park
You’re spoiled for choice when camping in Big Bend National Park. There are four very diverse main campgrounds in Big Bend – the Chisos Mountains campground, Rio Grande Village campground, Rio Grande Village RV park, and Cottonwood Campground. There is also a lodge in the Chisos Mountains or you can choose from a number of … Read more
Big Bend National Park Weather Guide: Best Months to Visit for Hiking & Avoiding Heat
Big Bend doesn’t fuck around when it comes to the weather. This park can kill you at either extreme of hot or cold. While heat related deaths are the most common fatalities in Big Bend, cold has also claimed a life or two. The takeaway: The weather here is to be taken seriously – no … Read more