THE REVEL CLUB and Yellow Dog Van Adventures are going to Big Bend!
Due to the distance between remote campgrounds, this trip is limited to 5 vans.
TRIP OVERVIEW
The Big Bend area in west Texas derives its name from its location on the bend of the Rio Grande River, which separates the United States from Mexico.
Big Bend National Park has massive canyons, vast desert, the Chisos mountain range, and the Rio Grande River. At just over 800,000 acres, it’s the fifteenth largest national park, but one of the least visited due to its remote location. Big Bend Ranch State Park is right next door with another 300,000 acres of mountains, canyons, desert and river.
This trip is primarily along unimproved roads in both parks.
While we’ll see the well-known features of the park, like Santa Elena Canyon, we’ll take the backroads and see parts of both parks that most people don’t even know exist and never get a chance to see. We will be airing down for a more comfortable ride and have an air compressor to assist in airing back up. Camping will be all off grid. All dinners and final morning breakfast are included.
Meet Your Guide
Yellow Dog Van Adventures
MIKE FABER
REVEL OWNER AND EXPERT
DIY Project Scoping and Assistance
An engineer who spent a career in marketing and project management always needed some sort of tinkering outlet. From sailboats, to vintage cars, household projects, and now a 2019 Revel, Mike prefers DIY when it makes sense… and occasionally when it does not.
DIY is not for everyone, but about anyone can do many of the mods and repairs that our vans benefit from. Mike can assist with developing a plan, work instructions, list of materials, and tool recommendations as well as video call support during your project.
Some sample projects/enhancements: Garage space optimization, Rear box - storage options, mods and installation, RAM track adds and accessories, Silencing rattles, Water system, Interior storage
"Mike and Karen are skilled Revelers, having owned their vehicle for so long. They know how to make off-roading feel accessible to everyone, not just the hardcore. Their easy manner and gentle instruction helped to sharpen my skills and were patient with reminders when I forgot a skill every now and then.
Their itineraries were never too ambtious, just the right amount of driving and taking scenic walks, and other much-needed breaks in the action. Karen is a wonderful cook, Mike is a helpful and skilled problem-solver, and they are also just delightful people. I'd definitely take another course of theirs - and you should, too."
~ M.A.
Big Bend Backroads Excursion
THE AGENDA
*Itinerary subject to change based on road conditions
Day 1 - April 24, 2024
Explore the west side of Big Bend National Park
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Meet at Panther Junction for quick orientation and introductions
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Drive down Old Maverick Road
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Santa Elena Canyon Trail and/or Dorgan House Trail hike
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Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive
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Drive to campsites on Grapevine Rd
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Optional Balanced Rock hike – day 1 PM or day 2 AM
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Glen Springs and River Road drive discussionGroup dinner provided
Day 2 - April 25, 2024
Glenn Springs to River Road
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Depart Grapevine at 9AM
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Glen Springs Road
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River Road East
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Stop at Mariscal Mine (time and conditions permitting)
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Camp on River Road or Rio Grande Village
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Old Ore and Big Bend Ranch State Park discussion
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Dinner provided
Day 3 - April 26, 2024
Old Ore Road & over to Big Bend Ranch
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Depart from Camp for Old Ore at 9AM
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Old Ore Road to Ernst Tinaja hike
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Old Ore back to Rio Grande Village
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Drive over towards Big Bend Ranch State Park and camp
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BBRSP primitive roads discussion
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Dinner provided
Day 4 & 5 - April 27 & 28, 2024
Big Bend Ranch State Park
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Depart campsite at 9AM
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Scenic drive along the river – often called “the most scenic drive in Texas”
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Stop at Closed Canyon and/or Hoodoos Trail
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Primitive roads into the state park interior to our campground for the evening
April 28 -
Breakfast from the griddle
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Hiking/mountain biking/explore the park/head home
"Thanks for a terrific weekend. The instruction and new friends wholeheartedly made this a worthwhile trip!"
~ G.N.
"John and I had a great time. The trip was everything we wanted it to be and more. Very well planned out and Mike's knowledge of the Revel is amazing. Thank you guys!"
~ J & T
HAVE A QUESTION?
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I become a member of THE REVEL CLUB?
Do members of THE REVEL CLUB get preference?
Can I still participate if I am not a member of THE REVEL CLUB?
Any prerequisites required?
What will the roads we’re driving be like?
What will I learn?
Is food/drink provided?
Are pets allowed?
My vehicle has no modifications (i.e. bigger tires or lift), can I still attend?
Do I need recovery gear?
What is the weather like?
What if it rains?
What other activities are available?
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
First, thanks for the trip. I feel a lot more confident! Excited to keep my eyes open for more trips.
R.S.
Thanks Mike and Karen. We enjoyed our trip with you immensely. Food, itinerary, people and camp sites were top notch.
J & W
We learned so much and had lots of run! Thank you!
T.W.
Join us April 24-28, 2024
BACKROADS EXCURSION
BIG BEND TEXAS
LIMITED TO ONLY 5 VANS
THE REVEL CLUB MEMBERS
$897
PER VAN
April 24 to April 28, 2024
All dinners and final morning breakfast are included.
(Price does not include entry fee to parks.)
RESERVE MY SPOT NOW
NON-MEMBERS
$997
PER VAN
April 24 to April 28, 2024
All dinners and final morning breakfast are included.
(Price does not include entry fee to parks.)
RESERVE MY SPOT NOW
