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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.
Explore the diverse landscapes and history of Big Bend National Park on this scenic drive. See Sotol Vista, Castolon Historic District, Santa Elena Canyon and more.
Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive. 325 reviews. #4 of 50 things to do in Big Bend National Park. Scenic Drives. Write a review. What people are saying. By DeanLewis47. “ A great drive of about 1 hour. Jan 2024. Full of variation from Mule Ears to St Elena Canyon. By paxa. “ A most scenic drive to an even more scenic trail ” Oct 2022.
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The Ross Maxwell route is named for Big Bend National Park’s first superintendent and geologist who served from 1944-1952 and laid out the route to highlight the more spectacular geologic features on the west side of the park. The road heads between Burro Mesa and Chisos Mountains.
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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.
Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive. 324 reviews. #5 of 50 things to do in Big Bend National Park. Scenic Drives. Write a review. What people are saying. By DeanLewis47. “ A great drive of about 1 hour. Jan 2024. Full of variation from Mule Ears to St Elena Canyon. By paxa. “ A most scenic drive to an even more scenic trail ” Oct 2022.
Ross Maxwell Drive is named for geologist Ross Maxwell, Big Bend National Park’s first superintendent who served from 1944-1952. When Maxwell began as superintendent, he supervised four employees and had an annual operating budget of $15,000. At the time, the park had no paved roads, no electricity, and the nearest telephone was 100 miles away.
