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Texas
16.8 mi
Distance
12,946 ft
Gain
8h 37m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Big Bend National Park
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Why you'll love it
Telephone Canyon
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Telephone Canyon offers a scenic 16.80-mile out-and-back adventure through a rugged Texas canyon landscape. This trail showcases dramatic canyon walls, desert vegetation, and the geological features that define this remote area. The route provides solitude and striking natural beauty for hikers seeking a substantial day hike in West Texas.
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