Although this hike is fairly easy, start out early before the scorching mid-day temperatures set in. Few other hikes in Texas can surpass the quality and sheer quantity of views along the trail. On clear days, the views cover most of the Texas Big Bend country and far into Mexico. If you're in good shape, this trail can be completed in one day, but you might want to allow two or three days to enjoy the beautiful scenery. These rock walls have been landmarks for hundreds of years.
Indian petroglyphs decorate one rock wall and the remains of small rock shelters are also evident.
This trail is best undertaken in cool weather, because there is little shade and temperatures can be stifling. This hike, which is often undertaken in sections, features numerous springs, gorgeous canyons, and views of a seemingly endless sky. Other than these 30 miles of well-developed trails, most other paths are primitive, difficult to follow, and in some instances no more than a route up a dry wash. Due to the complex topography and vague trails, detailed 7.5 minute topographic maps and a compass are necessary for most hikes. The dry desert air quickly uses up the body's water reserves.