Near Burro Spring Trail
Bird nest in a cactus on the side of the trail. Big Bend is great for birding, so keep your eyes out as you hike the trail.
Near Burro Spring Trail
The nearby wash
Near Burro Spring Trail
Heading Toward the Spring
Near Burro Spring Trail
Walking Stick Cactus Next to Boulders
Near Burro Spring Trail
Hills North of Trail

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Burro Spring Trail

3.3 (4 Ratings)
A short trail with a spring at the end (may or may not have water) and lots of interesting geology along the way.
1.1
mi
Distance
130
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Wildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.15mi
Distance
130ft
Elevation Gain
117ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
3,316ft
High Point
3,194ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The spring isn't guaranteed to have water in it based on the season but there are several interesting displays of geology in the form of walls and boulders. Keep an eye out for a couple geodes scattered in with the rubble along the trail. Remember to always leave what you find.

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Contributors
Kaleb Kleiss Hoeft