Lost Mountain Trail in Big Bend National Park
The Lost Mine Trail in Big Bend National Park offers an exceptional hiking experience, blending moderate challenge with spectacular rewards. As you ascend through scrubby desert landscapes and switchbacks, you'll gradually gain sweeping views of the Juniper Valley and distant peaks like Casa Grande, providing glimpses of Mexico in the far distance. Near the summit, the panoramic vistas expand into a 360-degree view of the rugged Chisos Mountains and the surrounding desert, making this trail a top pick for those looking for a scenic, relatively short hike with diverse terrain and breathtaking landscapes. #Hiking #Mountain #Desert #Overlook #Forest #Nature
- Distance: 4.6 mi
- Elevation gain: 1,129 ft
- Maximum elevation: 6,814 ft
- Elevation loss: 1,129 ft
- Minimum elevation: 5,768 ft
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Coordinates: 29.26764 -103.28639 29.27438 -103.26747
Topography: Brewster County topographic map, elevation, terrain
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Lost Mine Trail in Big Bend National Park
United States > Texas > Brewster County > Chisos Mountains Basin Junction
The Lost Mine Trail offers a stunning, accessible hike that is packed with unforgettable views. The trail winds through diverse scenery, starting with a gradual ascent through forested areas before revealing breathtaking vistas over Juniper Canyon as you reach the saddle point. The final climb leads you…
Distance: 4.8 mi • Elevation gain: 1,204 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,814 ft