Sunset with the Superintendent

Join the Superintendent for an informal question and answer session. Watch the sun set over the Chisos Mountains as you get answers to your questions about management issues and learn what it’s like to run a national park. Meet at the patio of the Chisos Mountains Lodge......More

Join the Superintendent for an informal question and answer session. Watch the sun set over the Chisos Mountains as you get answers to your questions about management issues and learn what it’s like to run a national park. Meet at the patio of the Chisos Mountains Lodge. Wheelchair accessible.

Meet on the patio of the Chisos Mountains Lodge main building.

Monsoon Magic

Flooding, lightning, thunder — oh my! Ever wonder what makes monsoons season so special in the Chihuahuan Desert? Join Ranger Marshall for a discussion on the science behind monsoons storms and their influence on the land in Big Bend. Meet in front of Panther Junction V......More

Flooding, lightning, thunder — oh my! Ever wonder what makes monsoons season so special in the Chihuahuan Desert? Join Ranger Marshall for a discussion on the science behind monsoons storms and their influence on the land in Big Bend. Meet in front of Panther Junction Visitor Center. Wheelchair accessible.

Meet in front of Panther Junction Visitor Center.

Earth, Wind, Fire

Big Bend has had it all! Travel back in time with Ranger Frank from past volcanic activites, through the age of dinosaurs, and then explore present-day animals and our desert climate.

Fossil Discovery Exhibit

Sun Fun

Ranger Jason will share information about the most important star in the sky – our Sun! A telescope with a special filter will be set up for solar viewing. Meet in front of Panther Junction Visitor Center.  Wheelchair accessible.  1 hour – come and go as you wish. ...More

Ranger Jason will share information about the most important star in the sky – our Sun! A telescope with a special filter will be set up for solar viewing. Meet in front of Panther Junction Visitor Center.  Wheelchair accessible.  1 hour – come and go as you wish. 

Meet at the front of Panther Junction Visitor Center.

Earth, Wind, Fire

Big Bend has had it all! Travel back in time with Ranger Frank from past volcanic activites, through the age of dinosaurs, and then explore present-day animals and our desert climate.

Fossil Discovery Exhibit

The Window Through Your Lens

Interested in improving your photo documentary skills? Join Ranger Marshall for a guided photo walk through the historic Sam Nail Ranch. The program will cover historical significance of the ranch and basic principles of storytelling through photography. Meet at the Sam......More

Interested in improving your photo documentary skills? Join Ranger Marshall for a guided photo walk through the historic Sam Nail Ranch. The program will cover historical significance of the ranch and basic principles of storytelling through photography. Meet at the Sam Nail Ranch parking lot. 1 hour. Bring your smartphone or camera, walking shoes, and water!

Meet at the Sam Nail Ranch parking lot

Celebrate America's Story

Join Ranger Sarah for a casual conversation about some of America’s best stories that take place on our public lands. Meet in front of Panther Junction Visitor Center. 30 minutes. Wheelchair accessible.

Meet in front of Panther Junction Visitor Center

Monsoon Magic

Flooding, lightning, thunder — oh my! Ever wonder what makes monsoons season so special in the Chihuahuan Desert? Join Ranger Marshall for a discussion on the science behind monsoons storms and their influence on the land in Big Bend. Meet in front of Panther Junction V......More

Flooding, lightning, thunder — oh my! Ever wonder what makes monsoons season so special in the Chihuahuan Desert? Join Ranger Marshall for a discussion on the science behind monsoons storms and their influence on the land in Big Bend. Meet in front of Panther Junction Visitor Center. Wheelchair accessible.

Meet in front of Panther Junction Visitor Center.

Invasive River Cane - What's Up With That?

Join Ranger Hannah to explore the effects of the invasive rivercane known as Arundo Donax and the efforts to eradicate it and bring the Rio Grande back to its original flow.

Meet at the trailhead for the Rio Grande Village Nature Trail.

Coffee with the Superintendent

Got questions? Ideas? Thoughts about the park? Join a Park Ranger for a casual chat over a cup of coffee in the Chisos Basin Campground at the lower Window Trailhead. Coffee and mugs generously provided by the Big Bend Conservancy. Wheelchair accessible.

Chisos Basin Campground at the lower Window Trailhead

Flat Hat Chat

Join Amy for a Ranger’s Choice talk about Big Bend National Park. Meet in the Community Room at Panther Junction Visitor Center. Ask in the visitor center for directions. 30 minutes. Wheelchair accessible.

Meet in the Community Room at Panther Junction Visitor Center. Ask in the visitor center for directions.

Big Bend: The Ultimate Underdog Story

Join Ranger Aaron for a talk about how "Texas' best kept secret" overcame incredible odds to become the state's first national park. 

Meet in front of Panther Junction Visitor Center