Big Bend & West Texas Adventure
An epic cross-country flight to the wild Trans-Pecos region. Land at Alpine or Marfa for art galleries, stargazing, and the mysterious Marfa Lights. Big Bend National Park's canyons are just a drive away.
Duration
Full Day
Difficulty
Challenging
Total Distance
400 nm
Flying Time
3 hr flying time
Stops
2 stops
Region
West Texas
Trip Highlights
- Big Bend National Park
- Marfa Lights
- Dark sky stargazing
- Chinati Foundation
- Desert landscapes
Itinerary — 2 Stops
1
KMRF — Marfa Municipal Airport
Marfa — Chinati Foundation art and Marfa Lights viewing area
Top Activities
- Chinati Foundation ★ 4.7
- Jett's Grill at Hotel Paisano ★ 4.4
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2
KE38 — Alpine Casparis Municipal
Alpine — Sul Ross University town, gateway to Big Bend
Top Activities
- Museum of the Big Bend ★ 4.6
- Reata Restaurant ★ 4.6
- Hancock Hill Desk Hike ★ 4.7
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