Scenic driveHidden gem

Big Bend Ranch State Park

Lajitas, Texas

Rugged desert park with the River Road drive, hot springs and wide open back country.

Cost
Paid
Booking
Best to book

Texas's largest state park. The FM 170 River Road hugs the Rio Grande between Lajitas and Presidio with sharp curves and views. Some backcountry roads need high clearance.

Good to know

  • Check road conditions
  • Very few services on FM 170
Getting there
Sealed FM 170, gravel interior roads
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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