Did Big Bend Backcountry last week
Apr 3-5, 20262 people1 min read
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Elin Pedersen
1 reports
5.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
5
Solo on Big Bend Backcountry. Just me and the trail.
We went Dodson and Blue Creek combo with a one-night camp starting at 5:35 AM. Cool morning temps made long exposed miles feel manageable. Tread was dry and clear with a few loose rock corners.
Days like this are why I hike.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Apr 2026Weather
Cool morning temps made long exposed miles feel manageable.
Trail
Tread was dry and clear with a few loose rock corners.
Water
Cache strategy helped us keep pack weight under control.
Crowds
Empty
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Carry a small trash bag.
- •Bring the rain layer even if clear.
- •Test new gear before the trip.
- •Pack a dry layer.
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