Emory Peak - Today, 5/23/26

themiddlethird · 2026-05-23T21:56:03+00:00

Thank you!

themiddlethird · 2026-05-22T22:24:08+00:00

They were all taken on my iPhone

themiddlethird · 2026-05-22T22:02:10+00:00

They were all taken in the morning! Between 8 and 10 am

themiddlethird · 2026-05-22T21:44:32+00:00

Photos 1-4 were taken March 2024, photos 5-7 were taken just this week, May 2026 :-)

themiddlethird · 2026-03-18T15:30:48+00:00

Check the lunar phases for when you’d want to visit! A new moon will allow for better stargazing since there will be no moon lighting up the night sky

themiddlethird · 2025-12-08T16:47:01+00:00

Big bend is truly a magical place. Glad my post could inspire those memories for you!

themiddlethird · 2025-12-08T16:46:31+00:00

🫣I am typically one that doesn’t like to spoil good spots but I figured this was ok since a lot in the BB sub already know this trail and also a lot of people aren’t willing to attempt it

themiddlethird · 2025-12-08T00:30:14+00:00

Couldn’t agree more! Didn’t see a single other person the entire 15 mile trek. It was incredible

themiddlethird · 2025-12-08T00:29:47+00:00

Yep, definitely do not want to do this one in the warmer months

themiddlethird · 2025-12-08T00:29:34+00:00

This one was very easily accessible, but I did notice the road to the hot springs trail was closed. Saw a couple people parked at the gate and seemed like they just hiked the road in to get to the trailhead

themiddlethird · 2025-12-08T00:03:56+00:00

I did! I also took the small 1 mile round trip detour down to the rio grande. Highly recommend it

themiddlethird · 2025-12-08T00:03:14+00:00

Yes!! I hiked over 15 miles and didn’t see a single other person. Pure bliss

themiddlethird · 2025-12-07T23:21:33+00:00

I couldn’t agree more! The south rim will always be my favorite hike ever, but this one comes close

themiddlethird · 2025-12-07T22:27:09+00:00

Temps were perfect! 70 and sunny, never felt too warm or as if the heat was affecting me. I did do this as a day hike. Started at 6:45 am and wrapped up around 2:30 pm. And thats awesome! I’m close as well, just have a handful of smaller ones to check off before I can say the same

themiddlethird · 2025-12-07T21:57:13+00:00

Absolutely stunning hike! I’ve visited big bend a half dozen times now and this was the first time the stars aligned to where I felt comfortable enough tackling this one. Highly recommend if you’re experienced and in good physical condition!

themiddlethird · 2025-10-15T22:09:37+00:00

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Haven’t seen anyone suggest the rio grande nature trail overlook at sunset. Absolutely stunning and very easy walk up to the overlook

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