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So I did Big Bend Backcountry...

Feb 28 - Mar 2, 20262 people1 min read
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Matthew Fuller

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Difficulty
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Scenery
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Trail Conditions
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Cost breakdown for Big Bend Backcountry. We went Dodson and Blue Creek combo with a one-night camp starting at 4:45 AM. Cool morning temps made long exposed miles feel manageable. No major blowdown, just loose gravel in steep sections. Take what is useful.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Feb 2026

Weather

Cool morning temps made long exposed miles feel manageable.

Trail

No major blowdown, just loose gravel in steep sections.

Water

We treated every known source as uncertain and carried extra.

Crowds

Packed

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Extra socks change everything.
  • Carry a small trash bag.
  • Slow down on muddy sections.
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