Rio Grande National Forest Hoodies

Bear Crossing trail into the gorge to the Rio Grande River is one of two trails here that I've not hiked. It is rated Extremely Difficult and you don't have to venture out on the trail very far to find it is rated correctly. The average drop into the gorge from most of the trails is 800' and takes you through towering Ponderosa Pines. This is a nice stop even if you don't hike the trail as there is a picnic table and of course gorgeous views and on this day a stunning sky. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collection: "New Mexico" 20210415-DSC_3208

WPA poster art of Itaimbezinho canyon in Aparados da Serra National Park in the Serra Geral range of Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina Brazil done in works project administration or Art Deco style.

Santa Elena Canyon and the Rio Grande River at Big Bend National Park in Texas form the border between the United States and Mexico.

Anubis, representing over 70 national flags.

Labyrinth at Montoso Campground Wild Rivers New Mexico by Debra Martz Over the years we have camped at a number of the campsites at Wild Rivers Recreation, a part of the Rio Grande Del Norte National Monument north of Questa, New Mexico. This year, however, no camping due to the Covid19 pandemic so we just revisited the many sites and trails. This unicursal labyrinth has been here many years and was just behind the covered picnic table the year we camped at the Montoso camping area. I never did get the story as to when or why but it seems to be appreciated as noone has disturbed it over the many years. Digital brushes and enhancements have been applied; use the zoom tool to see them closer. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In ...

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

The Santa Elena Canyon is a scenic spot & canoeing area in Big Bend National Park with 1,500-ft. cliffs along the Rio Grande.

Water Snake Slithering Along ©Debra Martz It had been a full day of bird watching and which turned to watching out for snakes. The others seen along the trails were all Indigo Snakes. Thankfully all nonvenomous! Image captured at Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge in southern Texas March 2nd.

Bear Crossing at Wild Rivers Recreation New Mexico by Debra Martz Leaving the Chiflo stop, travel another approximate one mile south into the Wild Rivers Recreation Area and you come to the stop for Bear Crossing. This is one of a few trails that I have not hiked here. It is outside of the fee area and the does not receive the same level of upkeep that the longer trails do which are within the fee area. This trail is rated as Extremely Difficult and within 25 feet at the beginning of the trailhead I always turn around with a same thought, " still not for me!" But stop for the views or a picnic at the table under the big old tree! ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collections: "New Mexico" "Landscapes and Landmark...

Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon

Big Bend National Park Vintage Retro Travel Poster

Sheeps Crossing Overlook to East Rim Trail at Wild Rivers Recreation New Mexico by Debra Martz The Sheep Crossing Overlook is the first pull-out you will see after entering the Wild Rivers Recreation area of Rio Grande Del Norte National Monument. The East Rim Trail begins here (there is a gate to get past the fence) and follows along the edge of the Rio Grande Gorge for more than three miles. The trail is an in and out and joins a two-track road at times. It is mostly level with a few ups and downs. The mountain in the distance is Ute Mountain which has an elevation of over 10,000 feet. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collections: "New Mexico" 20200630-DSC_0841

Big Bend National Park t-shirts, stickers, mugs, posters, and other gifts. Great for the Texas nature buff, national park tourist, and american history fan. From the official souvenirs of America's Best History.

Chawalauna Overlook at Wild Rivers Recreation New Mexico by Debra Martz If you take the first right after stopping at the pay station, the Chawalauna Overlook is the next place for amazing views. There is not a trailhead here into the gorge but there are views both upstream and downstream of the Rio Grande. You can see where the other trails reach the river and backcountry campsites at the bottom of the gorge, where ponderosa pines offer tall shade if you decide to trout fish. If you are not camping up on the rim, this overlook offers parking to the Rinconada 6 mile loop trail which is on a well kept gravel path. It passes by all of the rim campgrounds of both the Rio Grande and Red River. When we camp here, if not going into the...