Known as a premier bicycling location, Big Bend National Park offers a variety of bicycling paths, from roads to terrain. There are over 100 miles of paved roads and 160 miles of backcountry dirt roads, there is something for every guest.
Bicycling is not allowed off-road or on trails. Bicycling is to be done on roads within Big Bend National Park.
Safety Tips:
- Check current weather and road conditions before riding
- Temperatures are high and can be dangerous from May to September
- Obey the traffic laws of the area and share the road with vehicles
- Wear bright and protective gear when bicycling
Bike Rides at Big Bend
| Bike Ride | Difficulty | Distance | Notes |
| Old Maverick Road | Easy | 13 miles unpaved | Features: Cross the finish line for breathtaking views at the Santa Elena Canyon |
| Dagger Flat Auto Trail | Easy | 18 miles unpaved | Features: See the abundant plant life of Big Bend |
| Panther Junction to Rio Grande | Easy | 20 miles paved |
Features: A mostly downhill bike ride dropping 1,900 feet (about 579.12 m) in elevation throughout the course. Enjoy the views of Sierra del Carmen and the Rio Grande. Shuttle can meet bikers at Rio Grande Village or Hot Springs |
| Grapevine Hills Road | Moderate | 15 miles unpaved | Features: Ride past geologic wonders of Big Bend |
| Paint Gap Road | Moderate | 15 miles unpaved | Features: Ride through rocky and sandy terrain |
| Panther Junction to Rio Grande via Glenn Springs Road | Moderate | 10 miles paved; 25 miles unpaved |
Features: Follow along the Chisos Mountains as you ride into desert springs Shuttle can meet bikers at Rio Grande Village |
| Panther Junction to Chisos Basin | Strenuous | 20 miles paved | |
| Old Ore Road | Strenuous | 26 miles unpaved |
Features: Enjoy the magnificent views of the Chisos Mountains through rough and rocky terrain Trip is best taken from north to south |
| Panther Junction to Castolon via the Ross Maxwell | Strenuous | 35 miles paved | Features: Enjoy the scenic terrain of the park as you pass through the Chisos Mountains and other historical sites. The elevation gain is 1,580 feet (about 481.58 m) throughout the course. |