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Big Bend National Park
Telephone Services
Public phone at the Panther Junction Visitor Center.
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Public phone at the Panther Junction Visitor Center.

Public Phones
Public phones are located in all developed areas at visitor centers, campgrounds, camper stores, and the Chisos Mountains Lodge.

Cell Phones
Limited cell phone coverage is available in the Big Bend area. Reception depends on both the service you use and your location within the park; lower elevations and mountains often block signals.
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Remains of the Dorgan House  

Did You Know?
Big Bend area resident Albert Dorgan first proposed the idea of an international park on the Rio Grande in the fall of 1934. The remains of his adobe home are located a short distance from Santa Elena Canyon.

Last Updated: September 23, 2006 at 14:11 EST