Permsimon Gap
Millions of years of erosion have transformed this once colossal mountain range into a collection of rolling hills.
Plan Around Permsimon Gap
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Permsimon Gap Details
Millions of years of erosion have transformed this once colossal mountain range into a collection of rolling hills. However, the tectonic plates beneath the earth started to rise, lifting the ancient rock beneath the surface and exposing this impressive geological formation. You can see this impressive rock formation in Big Bend National Park right at the main entrance near the park's headquarters.
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Nearby Parks Around Permsimon Gap
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Permsimon Gap
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Persimmon Gap
Persimmon Gap is home to a visitor center, auto trail and hiking trails that show off the desert at its finest.
0.6 mi away
Persimmon Gap Visitor Center
This visitor center is located at the north entrance to the park and is a great place to gather all the information you could need to start off your Big Bend experience.
3.6 mi away
Dog Canyon Trail
A moderate 4.3-mile trail that is flat and easy to navigate and leads to a great canyon for hiking.
3.6 mi away
Dog Canyon Trailhead
Beginning point of the two northernmost hikes in the park, with a range of difficulty level so anyone can participate.
3.6 mi away
Devil's Den Trail
Access this trailhead by parking at the Dog Canyon Trailhead and following the trail for 1.5 miles.
