June 15, 2024 - Access is the interior of the park is limited to 4WD or high clearance 2WD vehicles only. Sections of the road require 8 inches of clearance. The River District is open to all vehicles.
Call (432) 229-3613 or (432) 424-3327 to check in with the front country sites for updates.
January 1, 2023 - The Sauceda Ranger Station is open 9:00am to 5:00pm Sunday through Friday and 10:00am to 3:00pm Saturdays. Limited services are available.
• All day-use, bunkhouse, and camping reservations must check in at Fort Leaton State Historic Site (FLSHS) or the Barton Warnock Visitor Center (BWVC) – DETAILED PARK MAPS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE AT FLSHS AND BWVC.
• Please call Fort Leaton State Historic Site (432-229-3613) or Barton Warnock Visitor Center (432-424-3327) with any questions.
• Souvenirs and concessions are only available at Fort Leaton or Barton Warnock.
• Sales at Sauceda are limited to Exploration Maps and toilet systems. Credit or debit card only, no cash.
• Showers, restrooms, and ice are available 24/7.
January 8, 2023 - The main park road to the Sauceda Ranger Station is open to all vehicles. The road east of Sauceda is accessible by 2WD high clearance vehicles. The Road to Nowhere and Lower Shutup trailhead are closed until further notice. All roads are rugged and unpaved. Be prepared.
During the rainy season (May - September) we recommend contacting the Barton Warnock Visitor Center for updates on road conditions before visiting the park.
All roads in the interior of the park are unpaved. The Main Park Road is in good condition and is navigable by most vehicles. Conditions change with rain so always call ahead for the latest road conditions.
To reserve a campsite along the river corridor of Big Bend Ranch State Park, visit Barton Warnock Visitor Center's reservation page.