Day 26, 27, 28 & 29 April 4 - 7 Marathon, Texas

The drive from Del Rio to Marathon, Texas took our Adventure Caravan about 170 miles through sparsely populated desert land and increased from an elevation of 1120' to 4100' above sea level.  

An optional enroute side trip, the very small town of Langtry was once the home of the eccentric saloon-keeper and justice of the peace, Judge Roy Bean.  His reputation claims that he held court in his saloon and was quick to hang the accused.  

The Judge Roy Bean visitor center includes a large cactus garden, with many varieties of cactus. 

Danny and Mindy, campground owners in Marathon, hosted a welcome party
in their beautiful shaded courtyard. 

The RV view en route to Big Bend National Park. 

Darren, our guide for Big Bend National Park and Terlingua, shared his considerable knowledge of Big Bend geology and plant life, and told stories of his animal encounters within the park.  

Our lunch view from Chisos Mountain Lodge at Bib Bend N.P. 

Our day would not have been complete without the chance to dip our toes
into the famous Rio Grand River.  At the mouth of the Santa Elena Canyon, the river is narrow enough that we could toss a stone into Mexico.

The dusty desert town of Terlingua is reported to be a ghost town today,
but we found drinks and dinner at the Starlight Theatre bar and restaurant.