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Muddy Creek

Big Bend National Park, Texas

A remote desert stream running through slot canyons and badlands, known more for backpacking and technical canyoneering than boating.

No developed boat ramps; suitable only for expert packrafting in high water conditions and technical wilderness travel.

  • San Rafael Swell

  • Little Grand Canyon overlook

  • Factory Butte area

  • Remote desert paddling

  • Goblin Valley State Park (nearby)

  • Canyoneering

  • Hiking

  • Kayaking (seasonal)

  • Photography

  • No developed campgrounds directly along the creek

  • Dispersed camping available in San Rafael Swell region

  • Remote area used by canyoneers and backpackers

  • BLM land allows primitive camping with Leave No Trace practices

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