Lost Mine Trail
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We were up early the next morning after hearing plenty of warnings about Lost Mine Trail parking filling up fast. Turns out those warnings were not exaggerated. We rolled up just before 7 a.m., and the trailhead lot was already completely full. Thankfully, just around the bend there was a small pull off with space for a few cars, and we snagged a spot before anyone else could.
Lost Mine Trail
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Breakfast was oatmeal cooked out of the back of the Tahoe. We ate quickly, layered up in the cool mountain air, and headed for the trail.
For our final Big Bend hike, we tackled the five-mile Lost Mine Trail in the Chisos Basin. Right away, the change in elevation made a difference. Cooler temperatures, crisp air, and actual shade from trees felt like a gift after days in the desert heat. Bless those mountain trees.
The trail climbs steadily and rewards you almost the entire way with views. As we worked our way up, the scenery kept opening up behind us, with sweeping looks across the basin and surrounding peaks. By the time we reached the top, we were treated to wide open views of the Chisos Mountains stretching out in every direction. It felt like a proper send-off for our time in the park. We never did find the mine, but I guess that’s why it’s still lost.
After the hike, we headed back down to Rio Grande Village and reunited with our Casita Travel Trailer. As much as we appreciated the cooler temperatures and higher elevation at Chisos Basin, we definitely missed Cassie. As it turns out, she offers far more comfort than the back of the Tahoe.
For our final Big Bend hike, we tackled the five-mile Lost Mine Trail in the Chisos Basin. Right away, the change in elevation made a difference. Cooler temperatures, crisp air, and actual shade from trees felt like a gift after days in the desert heat. Bless those mountain trees.
The trail climbs steadily and rewards you almost the entire way with views. As we worked our way up, the scenery kept opening up behind us, with sweeping looks across the basin and surrounding peaks. By the time we reached the top, we were treated to wide open views of the Chisos Mountains stretching out in every direction. It felt like a proper send-off for our time in the park. We never did find the mine, but I guess that’s why it’s still lost.
After the hike, we headed back down to Rio Grande Village and reunited with our Casita Travel Trailer. As much as we appreciated the cooler temperatures and higher elevation at Chisos Basin, we definitely missed Cassie. As it turns out, she offers far more comfort than the back of the Tahoe.