Big Bend is an amazing destination for families, as it offers many outdoor adventures and hands-on learning experiences! We've put together a list of kid-friendly activities to help optimize your trip to Big Bend with your young ones.
Big Bend National Park
Explore some of the following trails and overlooks: Sam Nail Ranch, Mule Ears, Tuff Canyon, Santa Elena Canyon, The Window
Become a Big Bend Junior Ranger and join a free ranger-led program
Dip in the Boquillas Hot Springs
Step back in time at the Fossil Discovery Exhibit
Have lunch in Boquillas, Mexico
Take a half-day river trip with Big Bend River Tours
Enjoy a custom, private Jeep Tour with Lucky Sun Jeeps
Terlingua
Ride a horse at Big Bend Stables
Order a slice of pizza at Long Draw Pizza
Explore the mining ruins
Enjoy live music at Starlight Theatre during dinner
Grab a sweet treat at Milky Way Treats on the weekend
Lajitas
Learn more about Big Bend's history at Barton Warnock Visitors Center
Say hello to the famous goat mayor of Lajitas
Order a hot dog, sandwich, or pizza at Boardwalk Bakery & Pizzeria
