Big Bend National Park Texas Desert Retro Postcard

The Rio Grande river cuts through the Santa Elena Canyon in the Chihuahua Desert in Big Bend National Park. Big Bend National Park, located in southwest Texas along the U.S.-Mexico border, was established in 1944 and is renowned for its diverse desert landscapes, river canyons, and rugged mountain scenery. Key sights include Santa Elena Canyon, where the Rio Grande cuts through towering limestone cliffs, and the Chisos Basin, offering stunning views and hiking trails surrounded by mountain peaks. Visitors can also explore the Hot Springs Historic District, the Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive, and enjoy stargazing in one of the darkest night skies in the continental United States.