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South Rim Trail
Must-do 11.9-mile, difficult loop that brings you to one of the best vistas in the park. South Rim is a highly recommended trail.
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South Rim Trail Details
The South Rim Trail features one of the best views in the park which makes this difficult hike worth your while if you are an experienced hiker. The 11.9-mile loop is about six miles uphill to the rim and then six miles back down; complete with a variety of scenery ranging from the Laguna Meadows to the Boot Canyon. Boot Canyon has winding, narrow passageways that are fun to explore and the Laguna Meadows provide open vistas. The change of scenery makes this one of the most popular hikes in the park and everyone agrees that the hard work getting up to the south rim is most certainly worth it for the stunning views from the top. To access the South Rim Trail, begin at the Basin Trailhead located in the Chisos Basin Campground.
Difficulty
High
Distance
11.9 miles
Estimated time
6 hours
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around South Rim Trail
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Window View Trail
One of the most popular hikes in the park, Window View Trail is a moderate 5.4-mile out and back trail that leads to a beautiful pouroff.
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Chisos Mountain Window View
A paved 0.3 mile path leads to an amazing view of The Window that is especially popular at sunset.
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Emory Peak Trail
The strenuous 10.5 mile hike takes you to the highest point in the park with an amazing panoramic view.
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Basin Convenience Store
Providing everything travelers need year-round during regular business hours.
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Chisos Basin Visitor Center
Open 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. year-round with daily, brief lunch-break closures and reduced hours on Christmas Day.
