May 21, 2020 · The thirty-mile Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive leads to the Castolon Historic District and Santa Elena Canyon. Along the way the road showcases some of the historic and geologic features this region is famous for.

Located in West Texas, in the USA, the Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive is a wonderful journey through one of America's true hidden gems: Big Bend National Park, winding along the Rio Grande.

Feb 5, 2023 · As Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive is packed with attractive locations and natural beauties, it is only logical to make as many important stops as you can during this ride. In this article, we will present you with some of the most interesting locations …

Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive is the most interesting of the paved sightseeing routes in Big Bend National Park, giving the greatest variety of habitats, geology and a variety of interesting short walks and interpretive pull overs.

Jan 31, 2025 · This is a standard paved National Park Service road with great scenic views of rocky vistas and pretty desert wildflowers. There are many viewpoints from which to stop and photograph, as well as small hikes to experience hiking in Big Bend National Park.

The Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive to Santa Elena Canyon is 31 miles. We did this drive on Saturday, October 30 and did 3 trails (Santa Elena Canyon, Tuff Canyon and Lower Burro Mesa Pour Off). Our favorite trail was the Santa Elena Canyon Trail.

Jan 24, 2024 · Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive is a must-see in Big Bend National Park, and in my opinion, one of the most scenic drives in any National Park. This drive is a blend of rugged hikes, historical sites, and panoramic views that encapsulate the best of what makes this Far West Texas wilderness so iconic.

Mar 26, 2022 · Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive and a hike into Santa Elena Canyon make for a classic day in Big Bend National Park.