Back from Big Bend Backcountry: glad we committed
Feb 18-20, 20264 people1 min read
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Brandon Keller
1 reports
5.0
Difficulty
5
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
5
Cannot believe I finally did Big Bend Backcountry!
We went Chisos Basin entry with East Rim side mileage starting at 6:50 AM. Dry air and steady sun meant layers changed fast after sunrise. Tread was dry and clear with a few loose rock corners.
Days like this are why I hike.
Quick notes:
- Start earlier than you think.
- Carry a small trash bag.
- Gaiters for scree.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Feb 2026Weather
Dry air and steady sun meant layers changed fast after sunrise.
Trail
Tread was dry and clear with a few loose rock corners.
Water
We treated every known source as uncertain and carried extra.
Crowds
Packed
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Start earlier than you think.
- •Carry a small trash bag.
- •Gaiters for scree.
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