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Ernst Basin 1 — Big Bend National Park

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Ernst Basin 1 in Big Bend National Park features desert terrain with rocky landscapes and sparse vegetation. Temperatures can range from 30°F in winter to over 100°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Rio Grande River and the Chisos Mountains, offering opportunities for hiking and exploration.

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4 hrs 33 min from Odessa, TX
4 hrs 44 min from Midland, TX
5 hrs 36 min from San Angelo, TX
5 hrs 46 min from Eagle Pass, TX

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Ernst Basin 1 — Big Bend National Park is located in Texas

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29.29892803 N
103.03487518 W

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Zack S.

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Reviewed Apr. 17, 2022

Hell of a road in

Awesome awesome campsite for seclusion and great views. A nice hill right next to camp provides a great look out and dinner spot if you want to carry a table and chairs to the top. Old ore road will take at minimum of 1 hour from the paved road no matter where you start it from. 4x4 is recommended. Great spot if you want to camp and relax but if you want to visit other parts of the park the road out each day really slows you down. Great campsite if you have the extra drive time.

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