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Bentsen-Rio Grande Primitive Campground

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Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

10 sites · Tent

A little exercise will be required to reach these primitive campgrounds located about ¾ of a mile from the parking lot and 10 football fields away from the restrooms and showers. There are 10 sites total that share three fire rings so you can make some new friends as you snuggle up by the campfire. Hike your tent in (tent-only) and your trash out as you explore variety of vegetation and wildlife that the park has to offer.

What this place offers

Campfire allowed

No pets allowed

No showers

Toilets

Potable water

Picnic tables

No sewage hookups

No electric hookups

10 sites

Tent

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Welcome to RV Rest Stop, where you'll find full 50-amp hookups available for a day, a week, or a month-long stay. Conveniently located with easy access to Highway 2, our site offers proximity to various attractions, including the birding center and Outlet Mall. Plus, we're just 45 minutes from SPI and 15 minutes from the Border crossing at Progress/Las Flores. Our central location places us 30 minutes from McAllen and 30 minutes from Brownsville, making us an ideal base for exploring the area. Long-term visitors also have access to our clubhouse, adding an extra level of convenience and comfort to your stay.

Estrella Cabin Ranch

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🌵 Escape to Rustic Texas Outdoors Tucked away in the wild beauty of Citrus City, Texas, Estrella Cabin Ranch offers a simple, back-to-nature campsite — perfect if you’re craving peace, stars, and a true outdoor experience. The site sits under mature mesquite trees amid natural brush, giving you a sense of being immersed in wide-open, quiet country under the Texas sky. You’ll have access to a cooking area and shared composting toilets. There’s also a small man-made pond and well water available, and campfires are allowed for a true under-the-stars Texas night. 🛖 What to Expect One site suitable for tents or vehicles under about 30 feet Sleeps up to 4 people — ideal for couples, friends, or a small family No electrical hookups or potable running water — a rustic, unplugged stay A cooking area, well-water source, and community toilet provided Pets allowed, so bring your four-legged companions for a ranch-style adventure 🌌 Why Choose Estrella Cabin Ranch Spend your nights under an open, star-filled sky, enjoy the peaceful solitude of rural Texas, and reconnect with nature without modern distractions. This is the perfect spot for campers who appreciate simplicity, campfires, and an authentic outdoor vibe. If you’re looking for structured glamping or cabin-style comfort, this may not be your match — but if you want honest-to-nature, off-grid camping with ranch charm, Estrella Cabin Ranch is exactly what you’re seeking.

Rancho El Charco

7.1mi from Bentsen-Rio Grande Primitive Campground · 7 sites · Tents, Lodging · La Joya, TX

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Rancho Lomitas Native Plant Nursery

35mi from Bentsen-Rio Grande Primitive Campground · 6 sites · Lodging · Rio Grande City, TX

You never know what you may see as you walk through the brush at Rancho Lomitas. Sometimes it is something rare, like indigo snakes breeding. Other times it is a tiny wonder, such as velvet mites coming out after a summer rain. Benito and Toni have always sought to provide opportunities for others to come to Rancho Lomitas to experience what the native brush of Starr County has to offer. Towards that end, we have six one-bedroom vacation rentals and one two-bedroom vacation rental which we call Las Casitas. Although we will be adding bits and pieces over the years, the casitas are comfortably furnished including fully stocked kitchens. All you have to bring is your favorite food and drink! The casitas are perfect for nature photographers, Winter Texans, people visiting Starr County on temporary job assignments, hunters who are looking for a little more comfort than the deer lease might provide, and people who just want to get out in the brush.

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What this place offers

Campfire allowed

No pets allowed

No showers

Toilets

Potable water

Picnic tables

No sewage hookups

No electric hookups

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