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Chisos Mountains and Window Trail from Oak Spring Road route map
ExpertOut and Back
Big Bend National Park/Texas

Chisos Mountains and Window Trail from Oak Spring Road

Big Bend National Park, Texas

22.1 mi

Distance

6,909 ft

Elev. Gain

9h 50m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description
The route begins just west of the Chisos Mountains at Oak Spring Road, which leads to a full ascent and descent of the Chisos Mountains. The route is intended to challenge the strongest trail runners and hikers.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Elevation Profile

Min:1,111 ft
Max:2,365 ft
2,106 ft
2,106 ft
1,111 ft1,529 ft1,947 ft2,365 ft0.0 mi5.5 mi11.0 mi16.5 mi22.1 mi

Trail Details

  • No dogs
Route Type
Out & Back
Surface
Dirt

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  • Operator:432-477-2251
  • Address:1 Panther Junction · Big Bend National Park, TX · 79834
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