River, stream, or creek camping near Marathon
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Jackass Flats Campground
23 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Terlingua Ranch / Alpine, TX
Located 25 miles north of Terlingua, TX on State Highway 118, close to the historic Comanche Trail, under the brilliant west Texas stars and below famous Nine Point Mesa. Within 25 miles of Big Bend National Park, Big Bend Ranch State Park, Terlingua Ghost Town, Rio Grande Outfitters and river access.
The area is not only famous for its rich ranching history but also for its diverse geology and awesome night skies.
Enjoy the Terrymar Pavilion for group gatherings, picnicking or taking in the panoramic views, phenomenal night skies, sunrises and sunsets. View our resident Texas Longhorn steers and horses in the restored nineteenth century stock pens. Please DO NOT GET CLOSE TO THE FENCE, THESE CATTLE ARE STOCK, not PETS.
Be sure to FILL YOUR WATER tank before arriving.
NON POTABLE water can be accessed. There is no city water services available in our area.
Stay connected with free Wi-Fi at The Little Burro Country Store which is also on premises. Password is "jackassflats" all lowercase, 1 word, no special characters.
We offer wood/snacks/groceries/ice and food items to meet your needs.
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9 Points Camp
2 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Study Butte, TX
Our family has owned property, on Terlingua Ranch, since the 1970's. Since that time, we've added additional property and our love for this area and our passion for sharing it with others, has grown more and more. We've continued to value and preserve the area's natural, primitive beauty.
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Terlingua lobo Blanco Ranch
1 site · Tent20 acres · Study Butte, TX
Undisturbed raw land since the beginning of time.
Known to inhabit an abundant amount of wildlifeLearn more about this land:Come and camp with us under the starry night sky! We are excited to welcome you to our land and host you here. Come and experience solitude and peace.
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Kit Fox Hill
1 site · Tent21 acres · Study Butte, TX
I love camping out in the West Texas desert, and I hope you do too! The skies are like nothing else, and you will often be able to hear coyotes and other wildlife here. I love the wildness of the place, so I ask that you "leave only footprints" and please do not kill wildlife! The exception would be insects you could not otherwise remove from a tent!Learn more about this land:Get off, OFF the beaten path on my place in the Cedar Springs area of Terlingua Ranch, Texas. Literally only a few miles west of Big Bend National Park, you will be completely on your own at my campsite - you can see no other sign of humans from this camping spot! (Though, if that makes you nervous, you can see distant dwellings & a road if you walk around.)
You WILL need a high-clearance vehicle, although 4WD is not necessary unless there has been a recent rain. If rain is forecasted, it is best NOT to go there, and I will fully refund any amount you have paid. The road does traverse a creekbed, and driving on these roads after a rain would require 4WD but could also really mess up the road for others. The best time to camp here is probably December through February, with possibilities of avoiding rains in November and March or April as well - it depends, of course, as the rains are less predictable these days.
Chihuahuan desert landscape & beautiful views of mountains and mesas. You will see a night sky like no other! Cool or cold nights in the winters and pretty blazing hot in the summer, with winds that can be pretty fierce - so be sure and plan accordingly!
To get here, you go another 8 miles off of Terlingua Ranch Road (which is paved), and detailed directions will be provided once you book. Terlingua Ranch headquarters provides places for showering as well as a swimming pool and the Bad Rabbit cafe (all accessible for a charge).
I suggest you do NOT arrive at night, since there are few road signs. You will need to take my directions to the letter to find my place anyway!
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CAMP TIGY
1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · Study Butte, TX
With covid and the world going crazy, we figured this would be a great place to get away from it all! Silence and beautiful views for miles. The peace of nature with every breath... Come and see what this side of the world has to offer 🤠Learn more about this land:A great place to camp out and enjoy nature! A place to get away from the city! Has a trailer on solar with games, cooking stove, & info on stores, lodges, and gas stations. Come getaway from it all!!!
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Looking to escape to nature near Marathon, Texas? Hipcamp has you covered with over 290 camping options that cater to your river-loving heart. Whether you're looking to pitch your tent or park your RV, you'll find the perfect spot to set up camp. Check out top-rated campsites like Paisano Azul Ranch (428 reviews), Smiling Dog Ranch (332 reviews), and Rio Bravo Ranch (107 reviews) to get an idea of the best spots to unwind. With popular amenities like pet-friendly areas, campfire pits, and showers, and activities such as hiking, paddling, and boating, you're sure to have an unforgettable outdoor adventure. Prices start as low as $10 per night, with an average price of $30 per night. So grab your gear and get ready to experience the beauty of camping near Marathon, Texas!
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