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Big Bend National Park
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Camping at Gravel Pit #4
NPS/Big Bend National Park
Camping at Gravel Pit #4
 

Periodic thefts have been known to occur from unattended vehicles left at locations along the river or in remote campsites or trailhead locations along the River Road. A few simple steps will help prevent damage to your vehicle and theft of contents.

  • Secure belongings and lock your vehicle doors when away from your vehicle or the campsite for long periods of time.
  • Leave nothing of value visible in your parked vehicle.
Signing land deeds at Johnson's Ranch  

Did You Know?
In 1942 the state of Texas spent $1.5 million dollars to acquire privately-owned lands in the Big Bend area in order to create the park. Paying between $1-5 dollars per acre, the state obtained all but 2% of the original acreage of the park in this manner.
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Last Updated: August 03, 2006 at 17:05 EST