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First Day Hike Chinati Mountains State Natural Area

9:00a to 11:00a
Thu, January 01, 2026
Arian Velazquez-Ornelas
(432) 229-3613, x302

Be one of the first to start the new year off right with a hike at Chinati Mountains State Natural Area!

12 Days of Christmas Fun!

Purchase a  raffle ticket for a chance to take a First Day Hike at Chinati Mountains State Natural Area. This special place is not yet open to the public. You could be one of the first visitors!

  • Raffle runs through Dec. 13.  
  • Starting Dec. 14, we will choose one person each day of the 12 days of Christmas. 
  • The hike is 3.5 miles one-way to Casa Bavisa, 7 miles round trip.
  • It is an easy-to-moderate hike with some difficulty due to the length and hilly terrain.
  • Trip hazards, snakes and additional hazards are possible since this is not an established trail.
  • Winners will receive additional information. 
  • Sign up for the raffle on our Friends' website.

Raffle proceeds benefit the Friends of Big Bend Ranch. 

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