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Balanced Rock - Big Bend National Park, Texas

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Address: Big Bend National Park, TX 79834, United States.

Website: nps.gov
Specialties: Hiking area.
Other points of interest: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Hiking, Out-and-back trail, Trail difficulty, Good for kids, Kid-friendly hikes.
Opinions: This company has 233 reviews on Google My Business.
Average opinion: 4.9/5.

📌 Location of Balanced Rock

Balanced Rock Big Bend National Park, TX 79834, United States

⏰ Open Hours of Balanced Rock

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Balanced Rock en Big Bend National Park, TX

Ubicado en Big Bend National Park, TX 79834, Estados Unidos, Balanced Rock es un destino popular para los amantes de la naturaleza y los senderistas. Esta formación rocosa equilibrada ofrece vistas impresionantes del paisaje circundante y es una de las atractiones más destacadas del parque nacional.

Características y ubicación

Balanced Rock se encuentra en un terreno elevado, rodeado de montañas y valles. La formación rocosa es el resultado de la erosión del tiempo y la acción de las aguas. Es un lugar ideal para practicar senderismo y disfrutar de la naturaleza en sus formas más puras.

La ruta al Balanced Rock es relativamente fácil, con un recorrido de 1 milla en total. Sin embargo, es importante tener en cuenta que la carretera que conduce al parque puede ser treacherosa, por lo que se recomienda tener suficiente clearance en el vehículo.

Actividades y recomendaciones

Algunas de las actividades que se pueden realizar en y alrededor de Balanced Rock incluyen:

  • Hiking ( senderismo ): Es posible practicar senderismo en el área, con rutas de out-and-back que ofrecen vistas impresionantes del paisaje.
  • Visitar un parque de coches con acceso para sillas de ruedas: El Balanced Rock se encuentra cerca de un parque de coches con acceso para personas con discapacidades.
  • Disfrutar de una pícnic: La zona ofrece una vista perfecta para disfrutar de una comida al aire libre.

Es importante tener en cuenta que el clima en la zona puede ser extremadamente cálido durante el día y frío durante la noche, por lo que es fundamental llevar protección solar y abrigo.

Para llegar a Balanced Rock, se recomienda utilizar un vehículo de 4x4 y tener suficiente combustible y agua.

Opiniones y calificaciones

Según las opiniones de los visitantes, Balanced Rock es un destino muy popular y con una media de opinión de 4.9/5 en Google My Business.

Los visitantes destacan la belleza de la vista y la facilidad del recorrido, aunque también mencionan la necesidad de tener suficiente preparación y equipo para la actividad.

En general, Balanced Rock es un destino ideal para aquellos que buscan una experiencia de naturaleza auténtica y emocionante.

Para obtener más información, se recomienda visitar el sitio web oficial del parque nacional:

nps.gov

👍 Reviews of Balanced Rock

Balanced Rock - Big Bend National Park, Texas
Tara G.
5/5

Easy 1 mile walk to a beautiful vista of the mountains in Big Bend! The last part of the hike was the most fun as you're scrambling to get to the part with Balanced Rock! Great place to have a picnic and just sit and enjoy the scenery!

Balanced Rock - Big Bend National Park, Texas
Henry C.
5/5

One of my favorite hikes & views in BBNP. The road is treacherous, be sure to have enough clearance on your vehicle. Saw lizards and a scorpion, close toed shows needed for sure. Climb up the mountain next to Balanced Rock for a great perspective.

Balanced Rock - Big Bend National Park, Texas
Jerome A.
5/5

Need a high clearance vehicle to get through the road to Balance Rock. Overall another short hike to the rock formation at the top which is worth wait and a stop to have a snack or hydration before going back. Had fun taking a picture of myself airborne on the rock formation because just love the outlook of the scenery and creative I was. Hike is mostly flat until the last quarter mile little incline but easily doable.

Balanced Rock - Big Bend National Park, Texas
Greg F.
5/5

Fun hike, but the last .2 of a mile is not easy and scrambling on hands and knees up the rocks. Well worth it for the views! Was hot in February so for summer doing this early morning is advised. Best to have a high clearance vehicle to drive to the trailhead.

Balanced Rock - Big Bend National Park, Texas
Analicia P.
5/5

A must see! Hike was only about a 1.5 mile in through the boulders. It's definitely a rewarding finish. There is lots of loose rocks and sand so shoes with good grip/trekking would help!

Balanced Rock - Big Bend National Park, Texas
Mark S.
5/5

Lots of boulders and unique desert scenery. The iconic Balanced Rock is larger in person! The drive to the trailhead parking is very rough.

Balanced Rock - Big Bend National Park, Texas
Cathy K.
5/5

The trail was easy part way but then got a little more difficult in some parts, with climbing rocks and inclines. However, the view was amazing and with it for those who are up to the challenge.

Balanced Rock - Big Bend National Park, Texas
Lori
5/5

Incredible hike and views make the long (but beautiful) gravel drive out to the trail head worth it. AWD isn’t a bad idea. Our children (6 & 8) hiked it without issue and really enjoyed it. Saw lots of lizards, a few deer, and a rabbit fighting a snake a little ways off. Absolutely recommend.

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