Canoeing & Mountain Biking Adventures with Desert Sports in Terlingua

Located in the heart of Big Bend country near Terlingua, Texas, Desert Sports provides a unique blend of outdoor adventures that highlight the region's spectacular natural beauty. This outfitter is renowned for expertly guided canoe trips and mountain bike tours, making it a go-to destination for active visitors wanting to explore Big Bend Ranch State Park and Big Bend National Park. The area is famous for its rugged canyons, winding river corridors, and vast desert landscapes, including the iconic Santa Elena Canyon with its towering limestone cliffs.

Desert Sports offers day-long canoe excursions along the Rio Grande River where guests navigate through stretches of calm water, small rapids, and swim breaks in natural hot springs. Family groups with young children, as well as older participants like grandparents, find these trips both accessible and exhilarating. The guides, including Billy and Zach, bring local expertise to every adventure, assisting with tricky river sections and sharing detailed knowledge of the area's geography, history, and wildlife. Most trips include a thoughtfully prepared meal highlighting local flavors, often enjoyed riverside.

For those preferring dry land, guided mountain bike tours cover 15 miles of varied terrain, leading to fascinating sites such as abandoned mines. Riders of all skill levels appreciate how the trip is tailored to their abilities, with expert instruction on technical sections and historical context on the park’s past. The well-maintained equipment and insider tips enhance the overall experience.

Beyond the trips, Desert Sports stands out for their warmth and professionalism, helping with state park permits and ensuring seamless logistics, such as shuttle transportation. Their multi-day camping trips offer a deeper connection to the backcountry, including nights under the stars in areas few visitors reach. Travelers repeatedly praise the company’s commitment to safety, fun, and delivering unforgettable moments in one of Texas’s most remarkable landscapes.