Big Bend National Park: If You Come This Far, You Gotta See And Do This (A Drive, A Canyon, A Peak)

Published 2023-02-26
Join us in this episode for a trip way down south to Big Bend National Park, a place so remote that "most Texans don't even visit." This is a beautiful park that we explored on a scenic drive, a stroll through the canyon overlooking the Rio Grande and a hike to the top of a beautiful peak. Check out the views from the Ross Maxwell Scenic drive, the Santa Elena Canyon Trail and the Lost Mine Trail. Plus join us as we "try a little bite" at an amazing food truck (Tri La Bite) you'll want to visit if you're in the area. As always, stick around for our usual JUST FOR FUN bloopers and silliness at the end. Let's go!

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Hey y'all! We’re Jimmy and Paula, and we’re on a mission across America for some fun-filled, faith-fueled adventures (especially hiking and experiences in the great outdoors). We’d love for you to join us by following our journey through the Mission America channel. We sold our house, bought a campervan (The Mission Machine) and are spending time exploring the great outdoors and the great cities across the country. If you like hiking, eating and sight-seeing, click the Subscribe button to follow our journey. We've already recorded adventures in Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, Arizona, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, California, Nevada, New Mexico and Texas so far. What you can expect from the episodes of this vlog is beautiful footage to inspire you and encouraging words to help you in your own journey through life. Please feel free to ask questions, leave comments or simply say “hi”. Adventure awaits. Let’s go!

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All Comments (17)
  • @leemeyer748
    I’ve hiked these trails some years ago. It is a wonderful place
  • @ElmoUnk1953
    I just came back, unfortunately I didn’t get to do these hike. But my son, granddaughter, and two of my best friends did enjoy Black Gap Pass (Jeep Badge of Honor Trail), Hot Spring, the Dinosaur Exhibit, and Balancing Rock. I can’t wait to go back!
  • @hichaelmartline
    I finally got out to Big Bend in 2022, as a southern hiker from TN. My GSMNP gets more visitors in like 2-3 weeks than Big Bend NP does all year. Amazing how remote it is out there.
  • @dangilster764
    I loved this episopde ! I lived in Texas for over 10 years and I never heard of Big Bend. Guess I was just a city boy. Mountains in Texas ! Who would have thought. "You see that mountain over there? Yeah? Well, one of these days I'm going to climb that mountain".
  • @tlgtlg145
    You discover the most beautiful places! Big Bend did not disappoint. My top 5: 1. Scenic drive was beautiful. 2. Canyon and water views on the Santa Elena trail. 3. That Prada store - so unusual and strange. 4. The spectacular views on the Lost Mine trail. 5. Food truck meal- all the food looked delicious.
  • What a beautiful place. The views looked so awesome. Thank you for sharing that adventure. Can’t wait to see what’s next. Take care and God Bless
  • Beautiful! I never knew places like this existed in Texas 😂. Looks like y’all are having a great mission!
  • Great job! The canyon was dry as a bone when we were there so it's good to see it flowing! Good stuff. Keep on sharing!
  • Incredibly sharp quality video! I was wondering what camera you used to shoot the video? TIA
  • @josuemoran3029
    Hi Jimmy and Paula. Great Video. I see you're in a camper/RV. Will the parking at Santa Elena Canyon Trail accomodate a 32 ft RV?
  • @gregpatterson134
    We loved finding ya'lls channel and Big Bend since we want to try and visit late winter. Would 3 days do justice to the park? We love to hike modest trails and wildlife photography and wondered how much wildlife you encountered? It looks great for landscape shots. What camera equipment do you use, it looks fantastic. Thanks
  • @claudes1973
    Very nice video! Thanks for sharing. What month did you guys visit Big Bend?
  • So very beautiful! We actually had started planning a trip to Big Bend for this spring but had a change of plans. Can’t wait to visit. Did you guys camp in the park? Thanks for sharing another wonderful adventure. Stay safe and God bless😀
  • Big Bend has been on my radar for a long time. So beautiful! Can’t wait to talk to you about it in person and looking forward to meeting up with you on the road real soon. Thank you for sharing. Many blessings and safe travels.