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Lower Burro Mesa Pouroff
A 1.5 mile drive and 0.5 mile hike lead to a dry waterfall and amazing rock formations off this underrated side road.
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Lower Burro Mesa Pouroff Details
At the end of a 1.5 mile side road off of the Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive sit the colorful cliffs of Burro Mesa. Once at the base of the cliffs there is a 0.5 mile hike to a hidden box canyon where you can find amazing rock formations and even a dry waterfall. The dry waterfall has smoothed the rock into a tall, stunning chute, providing beautiful views and maybe a fun photo op under the chute. This highly underrated stop is a peaceful place to see some unique geological features and a wide variety of desert plants, especially cacti.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
0.5 miles
Estimated time
50 minutes
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Lower Burro Mesa Pouroff
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1.8 mi away
Upper Burro Mesa Pouroff Trail
The Upper Burro Mesa Pouroff Trail is a moderate 4.5 mile out and back trail that leads to the top of a dry waterfall.
2.2 mi away
Chimneys Trail
4.8-mile moderate hike to the chimneys, one of the park's iconic structures complete with Native American rock art.
2.2 mi away
Sotol Vista
Sotol Vista is the best place to watch the sunset over the Chisos Mountains.
2.2 mi away
Sotol Vista Overlook
This stunning vista offers a view of the entire western side of the park from its high position above the desert.
2.3 mi away
Ward Spring Trail
The Ward Spring Trail is a moderate, 2.9 mile out and back trail and the trailhead can be accessed at mile marker 5.5 on the Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive.
