Big Bend National Park, Texas
(Driving Time: 7 hours, Distance: 432 miles)
- Marvel at the rugged desert landscapes, hike through stunning canyons, and spot diverse wildlife in this vast wilderness paradise.
Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Texas
(Driving Time: 6 hours, Distance: 375 miles)
- Conquer the highest peak in Texas, El Capitan, and explore the unique desert ecosystem of the Chihuahuan Desert.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park, Texas
(Driving Time: 5.5 hours, Distance: 365 miles)
- Hike through the second-largest canyon in the United States, admire the vibrant colors of the rock formations, and discover ancient rock art.
Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico
(Driving Time: 6.5 hours, Distance: 420 miles)
- Descend into the awe-inspiring underground world of Carlsbad Caverns, featuring massive chambers, towering rock formations, and incredible stalactites and stalagmites.
Davis Mountains State Park, Texas
(Driving Time: 5.5 hours, Distance: 350 miles)
- Escape the heat in the cool, forested mountains, offering scenic hikes, camping, and stargazing in one of the darkest night skies in Texas.
Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site, Texas
(Driving Time: 7 hours, Distance: 430 miles)
- Explore the unique rock formations and ancient Native American pictographs, and enjoy world-class bouldering and rock climbing in this desert oasis.