April 05, 2022
CROSSING INTO MEXICO - Inside Big Bend National Park
Boquillas MX Crossing:
Inside Big Bend National Park is an international border crossing to a tiny village known as Boquillas, Mexico. That’s right - inside the National Park! It’s a border crossing so unique, comes complete with wading across the Rio Grand River (or riding in a row boat), a donkey ride into town and some of the best spicy Mexican food to be found.
A Few Helpful Tips for the Border Crossing:
- You need a passport
- Cash is KING!! Preferably US dollars
- Check with at the border crossing on hours of operation. If you’re not back across by closing time, you will be staying in Mexico for the night.
- To get across the Rio Grande River, you have the option of swimming/wading (depends on the water level) or paying $5 (round trip) for a guided row boat
- To get to town (less than ½ mile away), you have the option of walking or paying $5 round trip for a mule ride
- A guide is not necessary, but enjoyable to have. They’ll show you the best restaurant and give a tour of the town with some history to it.
- Bring water with you – don’t drink the tap water (they do sell bottled water)
- Tipping is always appreciated – remember this is their livelihood
Boquillas might be a stone’s throw away, but it’s a completely different world. Definitely a unique National Park and Mexico experience!