El Camino del Rio (Texas River Road)
Follows the winding canyon gorge of the Rio Grande along the Mexican border through Big Bend Ranch State Park. Known for extreme 15% roller-coaster grades, 'Big Hill' panoramic ascent, stark volcanic badlands, and absolute desert isolation.
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The holy ground of Southeast sport touring, nestled off GA-60 in the Chattahoochee National Forest. An exclusively two-wheeled sanctuary where evening campfires buzz with tire pressure debates, apex line critiques on Wolf Pen Gap, and warm camaraderie among long-haul Gold Wing tourers and dual-sport explorers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many curves and miles is El Camino del Rio (Texas River Road)? ▼
El Camino del Rio (Texas River Road) spans 50 miles and packs approximately 155 curves (3.1 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 2,200 ft - 3,300 ft and technical rating 8/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Lajitas, TX (Latitude 29.2608, Longitude -103.7717) and finishes at Presidio, TX (Latitude 29.5606, Longitude -104.3722).
How can I download the GPX file for GPS navigation? ▼
Click the "Download Free GPX" button on this guide. The standard XML file is 100% free and ready to load into Garmin zūmo, BMW Motorrad Connected, Rever, Scenic, or Google Maps.