Back from Big Bend Backcountry: some challenges
Mar 19-21, 20264 people1 min read
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David Hawthorne
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Difficulty
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Scenery
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Trail Conditions
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Weather window analysis for Big Bend Backcountry:
We went Outer Mountain Loop sections from the Chisos side starting at 6:25 AM. Cool morning temps made long exposed miles feel manageable route stayed obvious, w/ minor wash marks in low spots.
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Conditions at Time of Trip
Mar 2026Weather
Cool morning temps made long exposed miles feel manageable.
Trail
Route stayed obvious, with minor wash marks in low spots.
Water
Water planning mattered most since natural sources were limited.
Crowds
Crowded
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Keep music in your ears only.
- •Move over for faster hikers.
- •Share beta when asked.
- •Be friendly at the trailhead.
- •Tell someone your plan.
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