Big Bend is a paradise for biking enthusiasts, offering everything from scenic paved highways to rugged desert trails. With over 100 miles of designated mountain biking trails in Big Bend Ranch State Park and ample road opportunities within the national park, cyclists can explore the vast beauty of the Chihuahuan Desert at their own pace.

🚲 Riding in Big Bend National Park.
Bicycling is not allowed off-road or on trails and is only allowed on roads within Big Bend National Park. Here are a few of our favorite routes in the National Park:

🚗 Park Entrance Only 18 Miles from The Summit at Big Bend

1: Old Maverick Road
Easy, 13 miles unpaved
Perfect desert views and finishes up at Santa Elena Canyon

2: Grapevine Hills Road
Moderate, 15 miles unpaved
Grapevine Hills is known for its striking igneous rock formations, primarily composed of granite and volcanic rock. Hike to Balanced Rock from the trailhead

3: Old Ore Road
Very Difficult, 26 miles unpaved
Amazing views of the Chisos Mountains along the way, very rocky and rough in areas.

🚲 Riding in Big Bend Ranch State Park
With hundreds of miles of trails, Big Bend Ranch State Park is a mountain-biking paradise in West Texas. The most popular routes start from the southern trailhead at Lajitas, featuring the Contrabando Trail System, Rincon Loop, and the challenging 57-mile "Epic Ride".

🚗 BBRSP Visitor Center Only 6 Miles from The Summit at Big Bend

1: Contrabando Trail System to Water Hole
Moderate, 10.5 miles unpaved
This is is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, beautiful desert views!

2: Puerta Chilicote to Fresno Canyon Overlook
Moderate, 4.9 miles unpaved
This trail travels from the Puerta Chilicote Trailhead to an overlook on the west rim of Fresno Canyon

🚲 Guided Trips and Rentals
Desert Sports offers guided mountain bike trips, bike rentals, repair and accessories.

Desert Sports
Website:desertsportstx.com
Contact: 432-371-2727

🚲 Plan it Yourself
We recommend talking with a local outfitter for current conditions and recommendations, and/or using AllTrails to plan your ride!