A recent Travel + Leisure feature by Gabi De la Rosa spotlights Far West Texas’s FM 170—also known as “El Camino del Rio”—as the most beautiful drive in the state. Stretching 114 miles along the Rio Grande through Big Bend Ranch State Park, the route offers sweeping desert vistas, rugged mountain climbs, and opportunities for wildlife viewing, hiking, and stargazing. While the road’s remoteness adds to its appeal, travelers are advised to come prepared for extreme conditions and limited services along the way.
