Bicyclists must share the roads with vehicles and obey all traffic laws. Traffic is sparse in summer and highest during March and early April and on holiday weekends during the winter. Use extreme caution, especially on paved roads, during busy times. In order to protect the fragile desert environment, off-road cycling is not allowed in the park. All bicycles must remain on paved and dirt roads.
Weather is often pleasant year-round and rewarding trips are possible most days of the year.
All Big Bend roads are open to cyclists. A good map is essential. Many of the rides in Big Bend National Park are easier with a shuttle. If you have the luxury of having someone shuttle your vehicle or pick you up after a long day of cycling, opportunities are endless. A few suggestions follow.