Big Bend Backcountry report: glad we committed
Mar 17-19, 20264 people1 min read
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Cassian Roweley
1 reports
5.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
5
Took my time on Big Bend Backcountry no rush.
We went Dodson and Blue Creek combo w/ a one-night camp starting at 6:25 AM. Wind on ridges was steady but never pushed us off pace. Route stayed obvious, w/ minor wash marks in low spots.
Overall 5/5 difficulty 4/5. Scenery 4/5.
Already planning the next one.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Mar 2026Weather
Wind on ridges was steady but never pushed us off pace.
Trail
Route stayed obvious, with minor wash marks in low spots.
Water
We treated every known source as uncertain and carried extra.
Crowds
Empty
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Poles help more than you think.
- •Pack a dry layer.
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