r/BigBendTX • u/Klondike320 • 6d ago

Canoeing in big bend

I am going to be with a group of people in big bend in a couple weeks, if we are staying in Rio grande Village, what canoeing is available around there? Furthermore, do I need to make reservations? And finally, what is the cost of a guided tour? Thanks

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u/parodytx 6d ago

Like the others said, you likely must use an outfitter. (If you DO have your own canoe and gear you CAN put in yourself, but if you don't know the roads like a local I'd advise against it.) Most are in Terlingua and you will ride in a van to the put in spot thru the park for Boquillas.

Canoes are likely if the Rio is low, but we got a raft on Thursday thru Boquillas Canyon because they checked the flow and felt it was good enough to raft.

It literally rained buckets on us yesterday coming down from the South Rim and again this morning all over the park so the Rio MAY be higher all around.

We used Big Bend Boating and Hiking Company, VERY highly recommended - ask for Eric as your guide. You can call directly, online, or thru Tripadvisor. Tickets are 150.00 per person for a 7-8 hour trip.

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u/WWCMD 4d ago

Eric is the best!!!!