Big Bend National Park, Texas, USA 12 Jun 2024

Big Bend National Park, Texas, USA

Ready to channel your inner nature enthusiast? Let"s explore Big Bend National Park in West Texas, USA, which is celebrating its 80th birthday today. This park is the largest protected area in the Chihuahuan Desert, covering over 1,250 square miles. The Big Bend State Park was established on June 12, 1944, when the state of Texas transferred this land to the federal government.

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Big Bends birthday bash
A remote oasis in Texas
12 Jun 2025Big Bend National Park, Texas, United States

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