Planning to hike Big Bend -- looking for tips.

[lawyerjoke]

Hey, gang --

We're planning on taking the family to hike the South Rim in Big Bend this Fall. We've got four kids -- ages 9, 10, 12 and 13. They're all fit, but don't have a ton of experience with long distance hiking.

The trail we're looking at is about 14 miles -- thinking of breaking it into 2 days.

Would love to hear from anyone with tips and suggestions on family hiking in general and hiking in Big Bend in particular.

[Evie]

Hope it's not too late to reply to this post-- I see it's been up for a while. Definitely break the trip into 2 days, at least. Some of the trail sections are pretty rugged/rocky and steep in BB. And it's also so beautiful you'll want to spend the time. Also bring layers, b/c it gets pretty hot during the day, but can be very cold and windy on the Rim at night. Sunscreen also a necessity. I've never been in the fall, but have been twice in January, and even then the sun can do a number on you. It's a beautiful, magical place. Have fun.