The Balanced Rock

Such a great hike, especially for kids. The first part of the trail is about a mile and is pretty flat and smooth. The fun part is the last quarter mile up the side of the rocks. A great view from the top. The sun seemed extra strong there. Was recommended in an article about camping at BB with kids http://www.thealmosteverythingblog.com/blog/minimalist-camping-with-kids-planning-a-trip-to-big-bend-national-park

Great hike that was perfect for my 7 year old. There is even a good bit of rock climbing at the end. The scenery is amazing! The road is somewhat rough leading up to the trailhead.

As i mentioned in a previous review of mine about the Big Bend National Park, i consider it to be one of the greatest natural wonders not only in the state of Texas, but in the whole of the USA.

If someone could have a Far West scenery in his mind with cowboys and Indians, then definitely the Big Bend seems like the ideal scenery to this scenario.

Majestic and vast is a great place for those looking for some great rock formations, the greatest of which in this area, seems to be the so-called 'Balanced Rock'. This is yet one more proof that states the artistic capabilities of nature. It is a real wonder how these rocks are balancing with each other. Great place for amazing photos of a lifetime!!!

A great hike through the desert to a really neat geological feature. The road to the trailhead was dicier than the trail itself. The last part of the hike is a lot of fun as you scramble up rocks to get get to Balanced Rock. Balanced Rock also provides a great source of shade on a hot day!