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Map Key

1.0

Miles

1.6

KM

Point to Point

3,482' 1,061 m

High

3,234' 986 m

Low

248' 76 m

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Down

5%

Avg Grade (3°)

31%

Max Grade (17°)

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  4.4 from 5 votes

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  4.4 from 5 votes
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#143

in Texas

#8,588

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Balanced Rock is one of the top sunrise hikes! With views to the east the mountains of Sierra del Carmen light up a spectacular purple. Contrasted with the light, bouldered desert landscape it is a sight to behold.
Feb 17, 2018 near Big Ben…, TX
Big Bend's famous Balanced Rock.
Jul 14, 2016 near Big Ben…, TX
Big Bend - Grapevine Hills Trail.
Sep 29, 2015 near Big Ben…, TX
keeping the rock in balance
Mar 9, 2018 near Big Ben…, TX
Midway along the trail.  View to the north.
Dec 1, 2016 near Big Ben…, TX
looking back on the trail from the higher elevation
Mar 31, 2018 near Big Ben…, TX

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