Tuff Canyon -- Big Bend NP TX
N 29° 08.982 W 103° 29.212
13R E 647175 N 3225518
An interpretive sign at a trailhead explains this unusual canyon at Big Bend National park
Waymark Code: WMTZM7
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 01/28/2017
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This trail is rated easy by the National park Service. It leads from the top of a tuff (volcanic ash) canyon to the floor and back, a distance of about 3/4 of a mile.
Parking is at the trailhead.
The interpretive sign at the trailhead reads as follows:
"TUFF CANYON
Tuff Canyon is much deeper than other dry washes at Big Bend. To discover why, see the exhibit at the right hand overlook. Hike between sheer walls to the bottom of the canyon for a close look at the geologic layers. The trail is an easy ¾-mile trip to the desert floor."
Waymark is confirmed to be publicly accessible: yes
Access fee (In local currency): 25.00
Requires a high clearance vehicle to visit.: no
Requires 4x4 vehicle to visit.: no
Public Transport available: no
Website reference: [Web Link]
Parking Coordinates: Not Listed
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Visit Instructions:
No specific requirements, just have fun visiting the waymark.