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  • sr794
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    Saw some Barbary Sheep on the Mountain

    The road to get there is to be taken slowly, and with an SUV or more high clearance vehicle. Once you travel the 6+ miles of dirt road, there area about 10 spots for parking. I would suggest going e...

    Reviewed on Mar 29, 2024
  • TravelerCentralFLA
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    A Unique and Beautiful Iconic Spot in Big Bend

    We hiked the Balanced Rock trail when we visited Big Bend National Park. This is one of the most iconic places in the park. The drive out to the trailhead is on a dirt road. A high clearance vehicle i...

    Reviewed on Mar 11, 2024
  • Rob B
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    Worth it

    The trailhead is 6 bumpy dusty miles off the paved main road. The hike is a gradual uphill short hike ending in a short steep ascent. Great views and great for kids.

    Reviewed on Jan 3, 2024
  • ina g
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    Great trail, lots of lizards, cool views

    Spectacular trail through the desert! I am quite an experienced hiker so for me this is really easy, but I have seen unexperienced people trying to climb the rocks in flip flops- not a good idea! The ...

    Reviewed on Jun 2, 2023
  • Nancy T
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    Better be ready

    Pretty tough for two 70 year olds. Rough road getting there too. Only 7 miles but due to rough conditions it takes about 25 minutes to get there. Then the hike is 2.2 miles. Go early in the morning...

    Reviewed on May 16, 2023
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