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Boquillas Canyon, Big Bend National Park

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#3 of 11 in Nature in Big Bend National Park
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  • By jamiemT4211IT
    We did this hike in the evening, and it was very peaceful. We only saw 2 other hikers the entire time. The Boquillas crossing is currently closed, but the local people of Boquillas leave their...  more »
  • By Grover R
    One of the main features of Big Bend is two incredible canyons with sheer high walls cut by the Rio Grande separated by nearly 60 miles. The Canyon on the east is Boquillas. Like Santa Elena, you...  more »
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  • By Sumaira Yusuf
    The place has an enchanting effect ! Not to miss in Big Bend
  • By Judy Okun
    Amazing/breathtaking.
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