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Kid-Friendly Activities in Big Bend

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Big Bend is an amazing destination for families, as it offers many outdoor adventures and hands-on learning experiences! We've put together a list of kid-friendly activities to help optimize your trip to Big Bend with your young ones. 



Big Bend National Park



Explore some of the following trails and overlooks: Sam Nail Ranch, Mule Ears, Tuff Canyon, Santa Elena Canyon, The Window

Become a Big Bend Junior Ranger and join a free ranger-led program

Dip in the Boquillas Hot Springs

Step back in time at the Fossil Discovery Exhibit

Have lunch in Boquillas, Mexico

Take a half-day river trip with Big Bend River Tours

Enjoy a custom, private Jeep Tour with Lucky Sun Jeeps



Terlingua



Ride a horse at Big Bend Stables

Order a slice of pizza at Long Draw Pizza

Explore the mining ruins

Enjoy live music at Starlight Theatre during dinner

Grab a sweet treat at Milky Way Treats on the weekend



Lajitas



Learn more about Big Bend's history at Barton Warnock Visitors Center

Say hello to the famous goat mayor of Lajitas

Order a hot dog, sandwich, or pizza at Boardwalk Bakery & Pizzeria

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