Big Bend national park truly lives up to it's name - BIG.
This is a land of big cultural diversity where the United States meets Mexico...
big geological differences, from the lush green meadows and fairways of the 'Ambush Golf Course' at Lajitas resort, to the forest covered slopes of the Chisos Mountains to the arid desert flats of the Chihuahuan Desert.
The name 'Big Bend' refers to the extravagant U-turn that the Rio Grande makes as it flows through Southwest Texas.
The Rio Grande is unmistakable by land or air, a wide swath of fertile green banks parallel the waters edge on both sides and stand out like a bright holiday ribbon against the otherwise brown and beige desert countryside.
The river is an oasis for animal species not well adapted to the arid desert life, and thus adds much to the park's biological diversity.
The flood plain of the Rio Grande is a birdwatchers nirvana.
Many avid birdwatchers claim that the birds in this area are more vibrantly colored than anywhere else in the region.
Nearly as diverse and unique as the parks geology, are the lodging and accommodation options inside the park.
Those looking for a more luxurious vacation near the park will appreciate the upper-class accommodations at Lajitas Resort.
Lajitas is located just outside the western border of Big Bend Park, ad boasts some of the finest accommodations in the area.
If you are looking for a vacation of relaxation and rejuvenation, you could not choose a better option than Lajitas, with a full 18-hole golf course, full spa service, river rafting trips, outfitted horse back rides, and several lounges and dining facilities for rest and relaxation.
If you are looking for lodging reservation inside the park you need look no farther than Chisos Mountains Lodge.
Chisos Mountains Lodge is centrally located right in the center of the park.
Chisos Mountain Lodge is a more moderate lodging facility than the up-scale Lajitas resort, but you will find clean comfortable accommodations here for a reasonable price and the location cannot be beat.
Other lodging options near Big Bend National Park include the unique and trendy Ten Bits Ranch located in the high Chihuahuan Desert, the Gage Hotel which is located roughly 90 minutes north of the park, and the Chisos Mining company located in the Terlingua mining district just minutes outside the park.