Big Bend National Park is home to many beautiful birds, and one of them is the majestic peregrine falcon. This impressive creature has quite the comeback story, and in an effort to keep things moving in that direction, the park is closing known nesting areas this spring. Here’s everything you need to know about the Big Bend National Park closures.

The photos below are for illustrative purposes only; they do not depict peregrine falcons at Big Bend National Park or the precise areas within the park that are closed.

If you plan on visiting Big Bend National Park this spring, there are some important park closures you should know about. These closures are an effort to protect nesting peregrine falcons, which are listed as a threatened species in Texas.
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The beautiful peregrine falcon used to be a federally endangered species, however it was removed from the list in 1999 after a remarkable comeback from the brink of extinction.
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Most of the peregrines found in Texas make their homes within Big Bend National Park. It's a small population, but it's still significant.
Although the species is no longer endangered, the National Park Service still requires the protection of species of concern, no matter their state or federal classification.
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From February 1 through May 31, the section of the East Rim Trail that runs from the southern junction of the Boot Canyon Trail to a point just north of Campsite ER-4 will be closed.
National Park Service
The following East Rim campsites will also be closed: ER-4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9.
Visitors must also abstain from climbing on any rock faces within ¼ mile of known peregrine eyries.
AllTrails Kristen Alicea
Park officials state that no other closures are anticipated, but the current restrictions could be expanded if the falcons do not follow their typical nesting behavior.
Flickr Matthew Paulson

Visit the National Park Service website for more information about the Big Bend National Park closures.

Did you know there were peregrine falcons at Big Bend National Park? Tell us your thoughts in the comments, and check out our previous article below for one of my favorite hikes in the park (that isn’t affected by the closures!). If you need any hiking gear for your trip, REI has all of the products you need for a seamless adventure.

The 1.2-Mile Boquillas Canyon Trail Might Just Be The Most Enchanting Hike In Texas

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