Welcome to Big Bend and Guadalupe Mountains Audio Tours Bundle
Big Bend and Guadalupe Mountains are a perfect West Texas pair, so it’s up to you which tour you take first!
About the tour
Your tour of Big Bend starts at the Big Bend National Park Sign and Entrance Station. As you drive, you’ll hear about desert life, borderland history, and the landscapes that make this park feel endless. Then you’ll tackle Devil’s Den Hike, roll through Santiago Draw and the Chihuahuan Desert, and take in views of Sierra del Carmen before climbing into the Chisos Mountains.
Next, stop at the Fossil Discovery Exhibit, continue to Avery Canyon, and keep an ear out for the Colima Warbler. After passing the Chisos Mountains and Johnson’s Ranch, you’ll cruise the Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive, chase the mystery of The Marfa Lights, and visit Sam Nail Ranch.
Then it’s on to The Hot Springs Tablet, Burro Mesa, and Homer Wilson Ranch. After that, you’ll reach Sotol Vista Overlook and Mule Ears Viewpoint, pass Terlingua, and pause at Tuff Canyon Overlook.
Continue by Cerro Castellan and the Castolon Historic District before arriving at Santa Elena Canyon River Access, Santa Elena Canyon Overlook, and the Santa Elena Canyon Trail, where your Big Bend tour concludes.
Your journey through the Guadalupe Mountains begins in the Chihuahuan Desert and heads to the McKittrick Canyon Trail & Visitor Center, following McKittrick Creek into classic high-desert scenery. Then you’ll spot Ship on the Desert and swing by The Frijole Ranch, Manzanita Spring, and the Pinery Butterfield Stage Station Ruins.
From Pine Springs Trail, take on the Guadalupe Peak Trail and Devil’s Hall Trail, then soak in the views from Guadalupe Peak Viewpoint and El Capitan Peak Viewpoint. Finish with the Salt Basin Dunes, Cornudas Mountains, and Sierra Diablo.
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How Does It Work?
- Access your tour: Download the Action Tour Guide app and sign in with the same email used for your website purchase. Your tour will appear under My Tours.
- Download your tour: Download it before you go. Once downloaded, no internet or cell signal is needed.
- Start your tour: Open My Tours, select your tour, and tap Start Touring when you reach a starting point.
- Listen your way: Use your phone’s speaker or headphones, or connect to your car’s audio system. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are not currently supported, compatibility is in development.
- GPS-triggered audio: Stories play automatically as you reach each location along the route.
- Stop and start anytime: Pause, take a break, make a detour, or continue another day. Tours are valid forever (one year for Action+).
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Tour FAQs
Yes. You can explore the two parks on separate days and build each tour into your itinerary according to your schedule. This makes the bundle useful for travelers planning a longer West Texas road trip.
The tour provides context about Big Bend’s desert landscapes, mountains, wildlife, geology, history, and notable locations. It can make the drive more informative while you explore the park independently.
Guadalupe Mountains is known for its rugged mountain scenery, desert landscapes, geological features, and hiking opportunities. A self-guided tour can provide additional context about the landscape and the area’s natural and cultural history as you explore.
No. The tour is designed for offline use after the necessary content has been downloaded in advance. This is helpful in remote park areas where Wi-Fi or cellular service may not be reliable.
No. Travelers need to arrange their own transportation or rental vehicle.
The bundle includes 160+ narrated stories covering the landscapes, history, wildlife, geology, and notable attractions along both routes.
The Guadalupe Mountains tour includes attractions such as McKittrick Canyon, Frijole Ranch, Manzanita Spring, Guadalupe Peak, Devil’s Hall, Guadalupe Peak Viewpoint, El Capitan Peak Viewpoint, Salt Basin Dunes, and the Pinery Butterfield Stage Station Ruins.
Inclusions and Exclusions
Action Tour Guide app: Download the app to access your purchased tour.GPS-triggered audio: Stories and directions play automatically as you reach each location.Tour anytime: Single tours and bundles never expire and can be used anytime. Action+ is an annual subscription that automatically renews each year unless canceled.Narrated stories: Hear local history, culture, and stories from experienced narrators.Stop and start anytime: Pause, take a break, make a detour, or continue another day.Offline access: Download your tour before you go. Once downloaded, no internet or cell signal is needed.Stories, stops, and directions: Follow the route to key attractions with automatic directions and stories at each location.Transportation: Transportation, parking fees, and tolls are not included.Admission: Entry tickets and reservations are not included. Food and drinks: Meals and drinks are not included.Rental car: A rental car is not included and may be required for driving tours. 
