Floating through Boquillas Canon
Rio Grande Wild & Scenic River
Wild & Scenic River · TX
For 196 miles, this free-flowing stretch of the Rio Grande winds its way through desert expanses and stunning canyons of stratified rock. For the well prepared, an extended float trip provides opportunities to explore the most remote corner of Texas and experience the ultimate in solitude, self-reliance, and immersion in natural soundscapes.
Park report
Fee: Entrance - Private Vehicle
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$30
Current Alerts
How this is rated
Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available15 activities
Park Name
InfoRio Grande Wild & Scenic River
Designation
InfoWild & Scenic River
State(s)
InfoTX
Phone
Info(432) 477-2251
bibe_info@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoRio Grande Wild & Scenic River is open 24 hours a day, 365 days per year.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Rio Grande Village Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArcheology, Geology, Geothermal + 5 more
Weather Info
InfoVariable -- February-April: High temperatures range from mid-70sF (23C) to low-90sF (32C) with lows from the mid-30sF (2C) to mid-50sF (12C). Cold fronts can bring freezing weather with rain or snow.
Getting There
InfoSeveral highways lead to Big Bend National Park: TX 118 from Alpine to Study Butte or FM 170 from Presidio to Study Butte (then 26 miles east to park headquarters) or US 90 or US 385 to Marathon (then
Location
Info29.8810° N, -102.3188° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website