97% (1.5K) • 88 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Study Butte
Paisano Azul Ranch
1. Paisano Azul Ranch
95%
(1216)
1.3mi from Study Butte · 16 sites · Tents, RVs
Paisano Azul Ranch is on 30 acres located by Terlingua Creek.
The property is just minutes from the Terlingua Ghost Town and a short 3 mile drive to the Big Bend National park.
Come pitch your tent or park your camper amid the peaceful desert hillside with views of plateaus that lead to the Chisos Mountains in Big Bend National Park. There is a fire pit on site for you to toast marshmallows or cozy up near, and you can enjoy a bite to eat at the picnic table provided at each site.
The picnic tables are placed beneath shade sails.
There are two nice and new desert tan flushing Porta-Potties on-site, as well as showers for guests to use. These come in handy after a long day hiking.
We hope you'll enjoy the beautiful open sky sunsets, sunrises, and stargazing
as much as we do.
We are located just 3 miles from the entrance to Big Bend National Park. There are plenty of opportunities to get out and explore - you can hike, bike, canoe camp; kayak, off-road, swim, go horseback riding, visit hot springs, as well as visit restaurants, galleries, and listen to great music in Terlingua. There is something for everyone to feel free to bring the whole family.
DIRECTIONS: Once you are on Road Runner Circle, go past the house on the left with the Christmas lights on. Please continue down the road and follow the road around the curve to the left. The campsites will be on the left and side behind the rock walls. The campsite number that is booked is the campsite you will stay in.
Additional details to note:
- We now have an above ground pool to keep cool in during the summer! Covered with a shade sail the water stays nice and chilly. ($10 fee/person)
- You can stay connected if you'd like to, as cell reception and wifi are both available by the showers. Feel free to unplug during your stay though.
- Seeing other campers on your trip at the campsite is very standard, as the sites are far enough apart to feel like they are yours, but they are not private.
- Non potable water is provided on-site. The showers and non potable water is located approximately 1/4 mile from campsites 1-7.
-We have friendly, quirky miniature goats named Clyde and Stella to visit while up at the showers.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions and we look forward to your stay.
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$45
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Terlingua Ranch Primitive Camp
2. Terlingua Ranch Primitive Camp
94%
(111)
12mi from Study Butte · 20 sites · Tents, RVs
Terlingua Ranch is 192,000 acres of desert and mountains between Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park in far SW Texas. Our campsites are in the area of the Terlingua Ranch Lodge, which features a swimming pool, cafe, laundry, bathhouse, disc golf course, access to hiking trails, and other amenities. Terlingua Ranch is the perfect venue for your basecamp to Big Bend adventures, family reunions, and myriad other activities in the area.
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$18
/ night
Terlingua GhostTown RV Park
3. Terlingua GhostTown RV Park
95%
(19)
4mi from Study Butte · 28 sites · RVs, Lodging
Your Gateway to Big Bend Country! Perfect place for dark sky camping.
Welcome to The Terlingua Ghost Town RV Park at the entrance to The Terlingua Ghostown.
Spacious RV Sites with Full Hookups
Breathtaking Desert Views
Easy Access to Big Bend National Park
Starry Nights and Quiet Surroundings
An Array of Inspirational Resources
Dan and Jay are putting together a diverse habitat for life in the West Texas Desert. Attention to detail, you will find something in every nook and space on the property.
Comfortable Private Spaces
Collaborate or Isolation, it is up to you!
Create music or read a book
Experience the world of desert architecture.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$59
/ night
Tarantula Ranch Vacation Rentals
4. Tarantula Ranch Vacation Rentals
17mi from Study Butte · 2 sites · Lodging
Tarantula Ranch is inside a fenced compound two miles off the nearest paved road. We are in the Chihuhuan desert wilderness. Experience life at the end of the road!! Neighbors are far away so we have some of the darkest skies in the world not to mention peace and quiet with no traffic. We have spectacular mountain views with great sunrise and sunsets. Our terrain is the Chihuhuan desert which has cactus covered rocky mountains with all the desert plants. Although we have privacy we are only about 35 to 40 minutes from the Big Bend National Park and The Big Bend Ranch State Park. Although we are remote we have a very nice swimming pool and restaurant only about ten to fifteen minutes away. We have two cabins we rent out. The big cabin has four rooms and sleeps six. The other cabin is called the small cabin it is one room and sleeps two.
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$190
/ night
Cieloscuro
5. Cieloscuro
98%
(186)
5.4mi from Study Butte · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
We offer a uniquely secluded setting with stunning views of the Chisos Mountains. Located just 7 miles from the entrance to Big Bend National Park, and 10 miles from the visitors' center at Big Bend Ranch State Park, it is a perfect base from which to explore all the hiking, boating, and scenic beauty that West Texas is known for. The arts, history, and entertainment of Terlingua Ghost Town are less than 2 miles away.
Like most ruins in the Ghost Town, my stone house was built in the early 1900s to house a miner’s family from the nearby Rainbow Mine. I bought the property in 1986 and began restoring and rebuilding. In 2019 I retired here from NYC and began exploring possibilities for sustainable tourism.
West Texas is one of the best places in the United States to view the Milky Way (both Big Bend parks are certified as International Dark Sky parks). We use shielded LED lighting around buildings and pathways to cut down on light pollution and optimize stargazing opportunities for our astrotourists. And we are applying for dark sky certification from the Texan By Nature program.
Bear in mind that this is the desert, in all its rugged glory. There are critters, rocks, plants with thorns, slippery slopes, sink holes, rusted artifacts and broken glass from decades long past. Bring sturdy shoes and a flashlight, and stay on the paths!
Our intention is to provide remote, low-density accommodation for folks who are respectful of the land.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$46
/ night
Jackass Flats Campground
6. Jackass Flats Campground
95%
(278)
20mi from Study Butte · 23 sites · Tents, RVs
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 for sale on the property to meet your needs.
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from
$25
/ night
Camping Under the Stars
7. Camping Under the Stars
97%
(18)
4mi from Study Butte · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Im 3rd generation Terlingua. My grandmother who started this buisness before she passed in 2008 was nicknamed JoMomma so that what im calling my campground and RV park. Jomommas!Learn more about this land:Desert camping under the milky-way in the Terlingua Ghost Town. Jomommas Rv Park and Camping Under The Stars is recognized as a Dark sky's friendly location by McDonald's observatory, as well as being an ideal star viewing location in 2021 receiving recommendations from Earthsky Organization and the International Darksky Association. We are popular with star gazers and photographers alike.
Camping Under The Stars is :
An authentic Terlingua experiance just like the locals used to do for years.
Enjoy the amaizing views and rest under the dark texas skys, all within walking distance of food and live music in the heart of the Terlingua Ghost Town. We make a great place to have as your home base for your dailey adventures into either Big Bent National Park or Big Bend Ranch State Park.
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Picnic table
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$40
/ night
Perdido Overland Overnight Camp
8. Perdido Overland Overnight Camp
98%
(160)
11mi from Study Butte · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
We bought our property in 2003. Built our completely off-grid cabin in 2009, and moved out here full time in 2015. Since 2015 we've been continually improving our property and in 2019 had the idea to start a small campsite on the backside of our property in a private valley. A valley that while private and secluded has excellent 360 degree views.
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$24
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Jomommas Rv Park
9. Jomommas Rv Park
92%
(68)
4mi from Study Butte · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
The ideal authentic Terlingua experience awaits you here at Jomommas!
Located within walking distance of everything to do in the Terlingua Ghost Town. Perfectly located between both the Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. Do you like stargazing? We are very pleased to announce that we are Dark Sky's supported and certified, so stargazing is ideal.
If you are wanting to slow down and relax or get out on one of the many trails the parks offer this is the place! We are a smaller family oriented and pet friendly park we offer dry Rv spaces with power and septic hook-ups, as well as rustic desert camping.
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$51
/ night
Rio Bravo Ranch
10. Rio Bravo Ranch
100%
(174)
46mi from Study Butte · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
Rio Bravo Ranch is a family owned ranch that borders the Rio Grande and Casa Piedra Road. We have cultured a love for camping and the outdoors on this ranch as children and young adults. One day we were sitting on "the backside," enjoying the amazing vistas, solitude and a campfire when the idea came to us that we should share this amazing place with others seeking this type of experience. We tried to think about what makes camping enjoyable to us - no immediately adjacent campers, a nice fire ring/shade structure, a nice, large tent site and vistas with unobstructed views. We have incorporated this into our campground design which, when completely finished, will encompass several hundred acres of Chihuahuan desert vistas. We are also fortunate enough to have a large riparian area on the property. It is in this area, amongst the 40ft tall cottonwood and willows, we often find Gambel's Quail, Scaled Quail, Javelina and numerous bird species including the occasional turkey. We would love nothing more than to share this wonderful place, where we grew up, with souls seeking solitude, adventure and inspiration. Our eastern entrance is just a few miles outside the Big Bend Ranch State Park boundary, conveniently located on Casa Piedra road about 1.6 miles north of FM 170.
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$35
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Star Haven
11. Star Haven
86%
(43)
21mi from Study Butte · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Created by legendary automotive engineer, Carroll Shelby, Terlingua Ranch is nearly 200,000 acres nestled between 1.1 millions acres of wilderness in Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. Star Haven's expansive vistas afford views of the state park 9 miles southwest, the national park 20 miles southeast and Nine Point Mesa 6 miles due east. The broad horizons mean unobstructed views for star-gazing and the remote location means the least light pollution you'll find anywhere. After 45 years of leading groups hiking, climbing, rafting, and canoeing the Big Bend, we are glad to share our basecamp with you.
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$10
/ night
Vista De Las Montañas Terlingua
12. Vista De Las Montañas Terlingua
100%
(4)
15mi from Study Butte · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Conveniently located fifteen miles from the entrance of Big Bend National Park. Less than one mile off hwy 118 on an all weather, easy access road, with designated parking for each site. Shade sail, tent pad, fire ring, picnic table, outhouse, trash cans, wifi, and charging station provided. One mile from the Lazy Bear Saloon which serves beer, wine, food, and THC products. Mountain views and dark skies await you at this beautiful location.
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$25
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9 Points Camp
13. 9 Points Camp
96%
(48)
16mi from Study Butte · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
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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$25
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Dusty Paddle
14. Dusty Paddle
97%
(46)
22mi from Study Butte · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
Once a sea, this now desert campground offers views of the mountains into Mexico and surrounding Terlingua, Texas area. Use your imagination and have fun at our tropical themed campground. There are plenty of cool rocks and an arroyo to explore on this 42 acres. Fossil And shell hunt, hike, bike, enjoy fabulous sunsets and the best stargazing possible. Keep a look out for awesome desert plants and wildlife. Feel free to bring a painted rock with your name, date, and where you are from to leave at your campsite. This campground is private and remote but conveniently located within 10 minutes of a store that is well stocked with Wi-Fi, ice, beer, propane and other necessities. This is an off grid campground. If you are looking to unplug, this place is for you. Please remember to bring whatever you need for a Boondocking experience, such as water, fuel, shade etc. Please stay on discernible roads, to help preserve this property and pack out ALL trash, human waste, and pet waste.
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$20
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Moonwalker Ranch Terlingua Camping
15. Moonwalker Ranch Terlingua Camping
100%
(2)
18mi from Study Butte · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Moonwalker Ranch Desert Outpost is a portal to the lunar realm in Terlingua. There are trillions of stars out here, so bring your own tent or car-camping setup, telescope, and come vibe out on the moon in West Texas. Don’t forget the firewood.
2 fire pits, primitive camping, car or RV camping.
Bring lots of extra extra water. Little Burro Country Store is back on the pavement, 3 miles north. Hours vary.
No or little cell signal- Download offline maps to search coordinates. When you book, please message me for directions.
Pack out *all* trash and waste.
The land is ancient and untouched - please don’t disturb any landscape features or plants, including rocks.
4x4 or high clearance vehicle generally not needed on the road to Moonwalker Outpost. If it’s light rain, it is still accessible. Property boundaries are marked with small solar lights, please be respectful of the neighboring properties by admiring them from afar. Please keep your vehicle in the designated parking/driving area, tire tracks will ruin the desert floor and the vibe.
Inquire about using the property for media or other creative endeavors. I hope you fall in love with this unique landscape, the solitude, and the perfect quiet, like I have. -Matt
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$31
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Spanish Sky
16. Spanish Sky
100%
(1)
22mi from Study Butte · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Wellcome to Spanish Sky! The 5 acres property is located 25 minutes north of Big Bend National Park and features 3 primitive campsites and 2 tent campsites.
You will be responsible for all your own needs. These are no trace campsites and we ask that you clean up after yourselves.
We ask that you do not move, or take rocks as souvenirs.
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$15
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Stay Awhile Ranch
17. Stay Awhile Ranch
100%
(4)
21mi from Study Butte · 1 site · Tent, RV
Unplug at this camping destination, perfectly situated near Terlingua and Big Bend.
This site has plenty of space for tent camping, whether camping solo or with a group. Land includes not only amazing 360 views, but also a shade structure with solar lighting, picnic table, composting outhouse, hammock posts to hang your own hammocks, fire pit and grill. BYO-tent & beer!
Views of Nine Point Mesa, Black Mountain and more and just minutes away from Little Country Burro Store.
Check us out on IG @stayawhileranch
While the property does have a shade structure and outhouse, this is still considered primitive and off-grid camping. There is no electricity or water and little to none cell signal. It's the perfect place to unplug and relax while being surrounded by mountainous views with Nine Points Mesa, Black Mountain and more.
You will need to bring your own tent, food and water, hammock and other camping essentials.
The shade structure will provide relief from the sun and shelter from rain. It has solar powered lights that will turn on automatically at night and provides the perfect amount of light for sitting at the picnic table for a game of dominoes or cards while enjoying a cold drink at night. The hook and string game is also set up on one of the posts to enjoy.
You can put up two hammocks at the hammock station - a perfect place to relax and take in the mountainous views and enjoy the dark night sky. On clear nights you can see the Milky Way! Hammocks are not provided.
There is a composting outhouse that is covered. There is intentionally no door so you can take in the views of Black Mountain. Do bring toilet paper.
Two chairs are provided for use around the fire pit. You are welcome to source any kindling from the property. Please burn responsibly as winds can pick up and do not leave the property without completely extinguishing any fire. Do not burn if Brewster County is under a burn ban. There is also a grate for grilling over the campfire as well as a charcoal grill you may use. Bring your own charcoal.
There is also a bin that has misc supplies such as games (dominoes and cards), cooking utensils, extra batteries, first aid kit, and more that are available to use. Please wash any cooking supplies if using and pack everything back in before you leave.
If you need to connect to the outside world, the Little Country Burro Store is about a 10 minute drive and has wifi. It's a great place to grab more ice and other goods too. There is also the Cottonwood General Store about 30 mins away that has a larger food selection and other items. I also recommend stopping at the Porters grocery store in Alping on your way in - they have a great beer selection. There is access to a full service bathroom with showers ($2 per person), a pool to cool down in ($8.50 per person), washer/dryer (coin operated) and a restaurant at the Terlingua Ranch Lodge. The American Legion Post across the highway is a great place to have a cold drink and chat with locals.
You will have access to all 10 acres of the property. There is room for multiple tents if traveling with a group.
The roads leading up to the property are dirt roads. To get to the property, an AWD or high clearance vehicle is not required although it is recommended if you plan on doing further exploring on the surrounding dirt roads. Monsoon season is during the summer - please be aware of the weather around your trip. In my experience, I've still been able to get to and from the property after a rain but it can make for harsh driving conditions. It is always a good idea to come with a tire plug kit and small portable air compressor.
The property is secluded. It is part of Terlingua Ranch but there's a good chance you won't come across anyone on the roads while getting to and from, but always please be respectful to our neighbors.
It can get windy - make sure you stake your tent and be aware of what you're leaving out overnight or when you leave the property.
Dogs are allowed, but be aware of the harsh environment and do not leave your dog unattended. You can often hear coyotes at night and it is mountain lion country. We often bring our black lab Mack and he has a great time, just make sure you're bringing plenty of water for your pups and check paws for cactus needles. Do keep in mind that if you plan on visiting Big Bend National Park that dogs are not allowed on the trails. Please pick up after your dog, waste can be placed with the outhouse waste.
We practice pack it in and pack it out and expect you to do the same. Take any and all trash back out with you and leave the property ready for its next guest. If the American Legion Post is open, you may be able to tip them extra and dump your trash there. You are also expected to dispose of your outhouse waste. More info about that will be provided as it gets closer to your stay and trust me, it's not as gross as it seems!
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Box 118 Big Bend
18. Box 118 Big Bend
100%
(1)
17mi from Study Butte · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
This is a primitive campground and home of the iconic Big Bend Tardis inspired landmark Box 118 perfect for self-contained Overlander, van-life, or pop-up style campers, with dumpster access. Stop here after your long drive before your adventures as we are located in a most convenient place with easy access to Big Bend and Terlingua. Located right on Hwy 118 on Terlingua Ranch, the property offers awesome views, bright stars, and quiet evenings with outstanding sunsets and moonrises.
A convenience store and a spot to grab food and a beer are located very close to the site. A dumpster is available onsite.
What makes this a great spot is the location—Big Bend is an enormous area, and travel times can be significant, but from our site you won’t have to drive far to settle in for the night and get going the next day on your Big Bend exploration. The park entrance is about 25 minutes away.
The sites are simple desert terrain with natural desert scrub—no paved pads. Native burros frequently browse the property, so expect to see wild donkeys. All sites are located behind an access gate and are individually marked.
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97% (1.5K) • 88 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Study Butte
Paisano Azul Ranch
1. Paisano Azul Ranch
95%
(1216)
1.3mi from Study Butte · 16 sites · Tents, RVs
Paisano Azul Ranch is on 30 acres located by Terlingua Creek.
The property is just minutes from the Terlingua Ghost Town and a short 3 mile drive to the Big Bend National park.
Come pitch your tent or park your camper amid the peaceful desert hillside with views of plateaus that lead to the Chisos Mountains in Big Bend National Park. There is a fire pit on site for you to toast marshmallows or cozy up near, and you can enjoy a bite to eat at the picnic table provided at each site.
The picnic tables are placed beneath shade sails.
There are two nice and new desert tan flushing Porta-Potties on-site, as well as showers for guests to use. These come in handy after a long day hiking.
We hope you'll enjoy the beautiful open sky sunsets, sunrises, and stargazing
as much as we do.
We are located just 3 miles from the entrance to Big Bend National Park. There are plenty of opportunities to get out and explore - you can hike, bike, canoe camp; kayak, off-road, swim, go horseback riding, visit hot springs, as well as visit restaurants, galleries, and listen to great music in Terlingua. There is something for everyone to feel free to bring the whole family.
DIRECTIONS: Once you are on Road Runner Circle, go past the house on the left with the Christmas lights on. Please continue down the road and follow the road around the curve to the left. The campsites will be on the left and side behind the rock walls. The campsite number that is booked is the campsite you will stay in.
Additional details to note:
- We now have an above ground pool to keep cool in during the summer! Covered with a shade sail the water stays nice and chilly. ($10 fee/person)
- You can stay connected if you'd like to, as cell reception and wifi are both available by the showers. Feel free to unplug during your stay though.
- Seeing other campers on your trip at the campsite is very standard, as the sites are far enough apart to feel like they are yours, but they are not private.
- Non potable water is provided on-site. The showers and non potable water is located approximately 1/4 mile from campsites 1-7.
-We have friendly, quirky miniature goats named Clyde and Stella to visit while up at the showers.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions and we look forward to your stay.
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from
$45
/ night
Terlingua Ranch Primitive Camp
2. Terlingua Ranch Primitive Camp
94%
(111)
12mi from Study Butte · 20 sites · Tents, RVs
Terlingua Ranch is 192,000 acres of desert and mountains between Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park in far SW Texas. Our campsites are in the area of the Terlingua Ranch Lodge, which features a swimming pool, cafe, laundry, bathhouse, disc golf course, access to hiking trails, and other amenities. Terlingua Ranch is the perfect venue for your basecamp to Big Bend adventures, family reunions, and myriad other activities in the area.
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$18
/ night
Terlingua GhostTown RV Park
3. Terlingua GhostTown RV Park
95%
(19)
4mi from Study Butte · 28 sites · RVs, Lodging
Your Gateway to Big Bend Country! Perfect place for dark sky camping.
Welcome to The Terlingua Ghost Town RV Park at the entrance to The Terlingua Ghostown.
Spacious RV Sites with Full Hookups
Breathtaking Desert Views
Easy Access to Big Bend National Park
Starry Nights and Quiet Surroundings
An Array of Inspirational Resources
Dan and Jay are putting together a diverse habitat for life in the West Texas Desert. Attention to detail, you will find something in every nook and space on the property.
Comfortable Private Spaces
Collaborate or Isolation, it is up to you!
Create music or read a book
Experience the world of desert architecture.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$59
/ night
Tarantula Ranch Vacation Rentals
4. Tarantula Ranch Vacation Rentals
17mi from Study Butte · 2 sites · Lodging
Tarantula Ranch is inside a fenced compound two miles off the nearest paved road. We are in the Chihuhuan desert wilderness. Experience life at the end of the road!! Neighbors are far away so we have some of the darkest skies in the world not to mention peace and quiet with no traffic. We have spectacular mountain views with great sunrise and sunsets. Our terrain is the Chihuhuan desert which has cactus covered rocky mountains with all the desert plants. Although we have privacy we are only about 35 to 40 minutes from the Big Bend National Park and The Big Bend Ranch State Park. Although we are remote we have a very nice swimming pool and restaurant only about ten to fifteen minutes away. We have two cabins we rent out. The big cabin has four rooms and sleeps six. The other cabin is called the small cabin it is one room and sleeps two.
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$190
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Cieloscuro
5. Cieloscuro
98%
(186)
5.4mi from Study Butte · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
We offer a uniquely secluded setting with stunning views of the Chisos Mountains. Located just 7 miles from the entrance to Big Bend National Park, and 10 miles from the visitors' center at Big Bend Ranch State Park, it is a perfect base from which to explore all the hiking, boating, and scenic beauty that West Texas is known for. The arts, history, and entertainment of Terlingua Ghost Town are less than 2 miles away.
Like most ruins in the Ghost Town, my stone house was built in the early 1900s to house a miner’s family from the nearby Rainbow Mine. I bought the property in 1986 and began restoring and rebuilding. In 2019 I retired here from NYC and began exploring possibilities for sustainable tourism.
West Texas is one of the best places in the United States to view the Milky Way (both Big Bend parks are certified as International Dark Sky parks). We use shielded LED lighting around buildings and pathways to cut down on light pollution and optimize stargazing opportunities for our astrotourists. And we are applying for dark sky certification from the Texan By Nature program.
Bear in mind that this is the desert, in all its rugged glory. There are critters, rocks, plants with thorns, slippery slopes, sink holes, rusted artifacts and broken glass from decades long past. Bring sturdy shoes and a flashlight, and stay on the paths!
Our intention is to provide remote, low-density accommodation for folks who are respectful of the land.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$46
/ night
Jackass Flats Campground
6. Jackass Flats Campground
95%
(278)
20mi from Study Butte · 23 sites · Tents, RVs
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 for sale on the property to meet your needs.
Pets
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Full hookups
from
$25
/ night
Camping Under the Stars
7. Camping Under the Stars
97%
(18)
4mi from Study Butte · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Im 3rd generation Terlingua. My grandmother who started this buisness before she passed in 2008 was nicknamed JoMomma so that what im calling my campground and RV park. Jomommas!Learn more about this land:Desert camping under the milky-way in the Terlingua Ghost Town. Jomommas Rv Park and Camping Under The Stars is recognized as a Dark sky's friendly location by McDonald's observatory, as well as being an ideal star viewing location in 2021 receiving recommendations from Earthsky Organization and the International Darksky Association. We are popular with star gazers and photographers alike.
Camping Under The Stars is :
An authentic Terlingua experiance just like the locals used to do for years.
Enjoy the amaizing views and rest under the dark texas skys, all within walking distance of food and live music in the heart of the Terlingua Ghost Town. We make a great place to have as your home base for your dailey adventures into either Big Bent National Park or Big Bend Ranch State Park.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$40
/ night
Perdido Overland Overnight Camp
8. Perdido Overland Overnight Camp
98%
(160)
11mi from Study Butte · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
We bought our property in 2003. Built our completely off-grid cabin in 2009, and moved out here full time in 2015. Since 2015 we've been continually improving our property and in 2019 had the idea to start a small campsite on the backside of our property in a private valley. A valley that while private and secluded has excellent 360 degree views.
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$24
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Jomommas Rv Park
9. Jomommas Rv Park
92%
(68)
4mi from Study Butte · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
The ideal authentic Terlingua experience awaits you here at Jomommas!
Located within walking distance of everything to do in the Terlingua Ghost Town. Perfectly located between both the Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. Do you like stargazing? We are very pleased to announce that we are Dark Sky's supported and certified, so stargazing is ideal.
If you are wanting to slow down and relax or get out on one of the many trails the parks offer this is the place! We are a smaller family oriented and pet friendly park we offer dry Rv spaces with power and septic hook-ups, as well as rustic desert camping.
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Electrical hookup
Campfires
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$51
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Rio Bravo Ranch
10. Rio Bravo Ranch
100%
(174)
46mi from Study Butte · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
Rio Bravo Ranch is a family owned ranch that borders the Rio Grande and Casa Piedra Road. We have cultured a love for camping and the outdoors on this ranch as children and young adults. One day we were sitting on "the backside," enjoying the amazing vistas, solitude and a campfire when the idea came to us that we should share this amazing place with others seeking this type of experience. We tried to think about what makes camping enjoyable to us - no immediately adjacent campers, a nice fire ring/shade structure, a nice, large tent site and vistas with unobstructed views. We have incorporated this into our campground design which, when completely finished, will encompass several hundred acres of Chihuahuan desert vistas. We are also fortunate enough to have a large riparian area on the property. It is in this area, amongst the 40ft tall cottonwood and willows, we often find Gambel's Quail, Scaled Quail, Javelina and numerous bird species including the occasional turkey. We would love nothing more than to share this wonderful place, where we grew up, with souls seeking solitude, adventure and inspiration. Our eastern entrance is just a few miles outside the Big Bend Ranch State Park boundary, conveniently located on Casa Piedra road about 1.6 miles north of FM 170.
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$35
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Star Haven
11. Star Haven
86%
(43)
21mi from Study Butte · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Created by legendary automotive engineer, Carroll Shelby, Terlingua Ranch is nearly 200,000 acres nestled between 1.1 millions acres of wilderness in Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. Star Haven's expansive vistas afford views of the state park 9 miles southwest, the national park 20 miles southeast and Nine Point Mesa 6 miles due east. The broad horizons mean unobstructed views for star-gazing and the remote location means the least light pollution you'll find anywhere. After 45 years of leading groups hiking, climbing, rafting, and canoeing the Big Bend, we are glad to share our basecamp with you.
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$10
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Vista De Las Montañas Terlingua
12. Vista De Las Montañas Terlingua
100%
(4)
15mi from Study Butte · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Conveniently located fifteen miles from the entrance of Big Bend National Park. Less than one mile off hwy 118 on an all weather, easy access road, with designated parking for each site. Shade sail, tent pad, fire ring, picnic table, outhouse, trash cans, wifi, and charging station provided. One mile from the Lazy Bear Saloon which serves beer, wine, food, and THC products. Mountain views and dark skies await you at this beautiful location.
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$25
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9 Points Camp
13. 9 Points Camp
96%
(48)
16mi from Study Butte · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
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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$25
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Dusty Paddle
14. Dusty Paddle
97%
(46)
22mi from Study Butte · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
Once a sea, this now desert campground offers views of the mountains into Mexico and surrounding Terlingua, Texas area. Use your imagination and have fun at our tropical themed campground. There are plenty of cool rocks and an arroyo to explore on this 42 acres. Fossil And shell hunt, hike, bike, enjoy fabulous sunsets and the best stargazing possible. Keep a look out for awesome desert plants and wildlife. Feel free to bring a painted rock with your name, date, and where you are from to leave at your campsite. This campground is private and remote but conveniently located within 10 minutes of a store that is well stocked with Wi-Fi, ice, beer, propane and other necessities. This is an off grid campground. If you are looking to unplug, this place is for you. Please remember to bring whatever you need for a Boondocking experience, such as water, fuel, shade etc. Please stay on discernible roads, to help preserve this property and pack out ALL trash, human waste, and pet waste.
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$20
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Moonwalker Ranch Terlingua Camping
15. Moonwalker Ranch Terlingua Camping
100%
(2)
18mi from Study Butte · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Moonwalker Ranch Desert Outpost is a portal to the lunar realm in Terlingua. There are trillions of stars out here, so bring your own tent or car-camping setup, telescope, and come vibe out on the moon in West Texas. Don’t forget the firewood.
2 fire pits, primitive camping, car or RV camping.
Bring lots of extra extra water. Little Burro Country Store is back on the pavement, 3 miles north. Hours vary.
No or little cell signal- Download offline maps to search coordinates. When you book, please message me for directions.
Pack out *all* trash and waste.
The land is ancient and untouched - please don’t disturb any landscape features or plants, including rocks.
4x4 or high clearance vehicle generally not needed on the road to Moonwalker Outpost. If it’s light rain, it is still accessible. Property boundaries are marked with small solar lights, please be respectful of the neighboring properties by admiring them from afar. Please keep your vehicle in the designated parking/driving area, tire tracks will ruin the desert floor and the vibe.
Inquire about using the property for media or other creative endeavors. I hope you fall in love with this unique landscape, the solitude, and the perfect quiet, like I have. -Matt
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$31
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Spanish Sky
16. Spanish Sky
100%
(1)
22mi from Study Butte · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Wellcome to Spanish Sky! The 5 acres property is located 25 minutes north of Big Bend National Park and features 3 primitive campsites and 2 tent campsites.
You will be responsible for all your own needs. These are no trace campsites and we ask that you clean up after yourselves.
We ask that you do not move, or take rocks as souvenirs.
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$15
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Stay Awhile Ranch
17. Stay Awhile Ranch
100%
(4)
21mi from Study Butte · 1 site · Tent, RV
Unplug at this camping destination, perfectly situated near Terlingua and Big Bend.
This site has plenty of space for tent camping, whether camping solo or with a group. Land includes not only amazing 360 views, but also a shade structure with solar lighting, picnic table, composting outhouse, hammock posts to hang your own hammocks, fire pit and grill. BYO-tent & beer!
Views of Nine Point Mesa, Black Mountain and more and just minutes away from Little Country Burro Store.
Check us out on IG @stayawhileranch
While the property does have a shade structure and outhouse, this is still considered primitive and off-grid camping. There is no electricity or water and little to none cell signal. It's the perfect place to unplug and relax while being surrounded by mountainous views with Nine Points Mesa, Black Mountain and more.
You will need to bring your own tent, food and water, hammock and other camping essentials.
The shade structure will provide relief from the sun and shelter from rain. It has solar powered lights that will turn on automatically at night and provides the perfect amount of light for sitting at the picnic table for a game of dominoes or cards while enjoying a cold drink at night. The hook and string game is also set up on one of the posts to enjoy.
You can put up two hammocks at the hammock station - a perfect place to relax and take in the mountainous views and enjoy the dark night sky. On clear nights you can see the Milky Way! Hammocks are not provided.
There is a composting outhouse that is covered. There is intentionally no door so you can take in the views of Black Mountain. Do bring toilet paper.
Two chairs are provided for use around the fire pit. You are welcome to source any kindling from the property. Please burn responsibly as winds can pick up and do not leave the property without completely extinguishing any fire. Do not burn if Brewster County is under a burn ban. There is also a grate for grilling over the campfire as well as a charcoal grill you may use. Bring your own charcoal.
There is also a bin that has misc supplies such as games (dominoes and cards), cooking utensils, extra batteries, first aid kit, and more that are available to use. Please wash any cooking supplies if using and pack everything back in before you leave.
If you need to connect to the outside world, the Little Country Burro Store is about a 10 minute drive and has wifi. It's a great place to grab more ice and other goods too. There is also the Cottonwood General Store about 30 mins away that has a larger food selection and other items. I also recommend stopping at the Porters grocery store in Alping on your way in - they have a great beer selection. There is access to a full service bathroom with showers ($2 per person), a pool to cool down in ($8.50 per person), washer/dryer (coin operated) and a restaurant at the Terlingua Ranch Lodge. The American Legion Post across the highway is a great place to have a cold drink and chat with locals.
You will have access to all 10 acres of the property. There is room for multiple tents if traveling with a group.
The roads leading up to the property are dirt roads. To get to the property, an AWD or high clearance vehicle is not required although it is recommended if you plan on doing further exploring on the surrounding dirt roads. Monsoon season is during the summer - please be aware of the weather around your trip. In my experience, I've still been able to get to and from the property after a rain but it can make for harsh driving conditions. It is always a good idea to come with a tire plug kit and small portable air compressor.
The property is secluded. It is part of Terlingua Ranch but there's a good chance you won't come across anyone on the roads while getting to and from, but always please be respectful to our neighbors.
It can get windy - make sure you stake your tent and be aware of what you're leaving out overnight or when you leave the property.
Dogs are allowed, but be aware of the harsh environment and do not leave your dog unattended. You can often hear coyotes at night and it is mountain lion country. We often bring our black lab Mack and he has a great time, just make sure you're bringing plenty of water for your pups and check paws for cactus needles. Do keep in mind that if you plan on visiting Big Bend National Park that dogs are not allowed on the trails. Please pick up after your dog, waste can be placed with the outhouse waste.
We practice pack it in and pack it out and expect you to do the same. Take any and all trash back out with you and leave the property ready for its next guest. If the American Legion Post is open, you may be able to tip them extra and dump your trash there. You are also expected to dispose of your outhouse waste. More info about that will be provided as it gets closer to your stay and trust me, it's not as gross as it seems!
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$40
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Box 118 Big Bend
18. Box 118 Big Bend
100%
(1)
17mi from Study Butte · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
This is a primitive campground and home of the iconic Big Bend Tardis inspired landmark Box 118 perfect for self-contained Overlander, van-life, or pop-up style campers, with dumpster access. Stop here after your long drive before your adventures as we are located in a most convenient place with easy access to Big Bend and Terlingua. Located right on Hwy 118 on Terlingua Ranch, the property offers awesome views, bright stars, and quiet evenings with outstanding sunsets and moonrises.
A convenience store and a spot to grab food and a beer are located very close to the site. A dumpster is available onsite.
What makes this a great spot is the location—Big Bend is an enormous area, and travel times can be significant, but from our site you won’t have to drive far to settle in for the night and get going the next day on your Big Bend exploration. The park entrance is about 25 minutes away.
The sites are simple desert terrain with natural desert scrub—no paved pads. Native burros frequently browse the property, so expect to see wild donkeys. All sites are located behind an access gate and are individually marked.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Meagan
1 week ago
Tent
Group trip
My family of 5 plus a dog rolled in to our campsite early afternoon and had no trouble finding it with Lauren's helpful instructions. The site is surrounded on 3 sides by a steep drop into arroyos - worth noting if you have kids. The older kids (6 and 8) loved scrambling up and down and all around but it was too steep for the littlest one. The tent site was level and relatively free of big rocks, the ground is hard scrabble so you will probably want your tent pegs that screw in or maybe your mallet. The views were beautiful and we enjoyed wandering around on the property every night after dinner. The potty is far enough away that you will probably want to drive if you have little kids who can't hold it for a 10 minute walk, but we enjoyed being far enough away that we felt truly in the middle of nowhere. The other campsites aren't far, but they are far enough that you don't need to interact with your neighbors. Our pup enjoyed running around the place as much as the kids.
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Tara
2 weeks ago
Tent
We had a lovely experience, nice tent pads and a clean bathroom! The parking spaces are very well numbered, but it would be nice if the tent pads were also numbered as a few of us out there had trouble determining which site was ours. Will certainly come back for future visits to big bend!
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Denise
2 weeks ago
18 ft campervan
With pets
Quick stop overnight and we felt right at home! Thank you Elena for your quick replies and allowing us to stop in. Great location and just behind Venga!
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Andy
2 weeks ago
16 ft car
Excellent for stargazing!
Very Friendly hosts too!
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Mark
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Really cool stay outside of big bend. If you are looking for clean bathrooms with flush toilets, and potable water in your stay (these are hard to find out here) with small convinces like medicine and frozen foods in their store (that are reasonably priced). The bad rabbit café is also conveniently located on property just in case your hike took the wind out of you and your not up for cooking. Spotty wifi in the lower D area but something is better than nothing considering your out in the middle of the desert. If your going to big bend do be prepared for a 1h 20m drive to panther junction visitor center, and the closest gas is in study butte. Over all great stay would come again!
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deanna
2 weeks ago
20 ft Class B
With pets
I loved that it is a smaller rv/campground. I travel in a Class B RV and the site was a good size with nice desert landscaping in between sites. Electric worked flawlessly and the pea gravel really keeps the dust down, it’s also a great location to Terlingua Ghost town and awesome views of the Chisos Mountains. Elena was great at communicating with me. I will back again some day and stay at Jo mommas!
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Craig
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Very clean facilities and well laid out and organized campsites. Sites are elevated above a nice section of desert to take in. Very close to an entrance to Big Bend National Park and conveniences are close by, but not too close.
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Kristy
3 weeks ago
21 ft campervan
The site was a walkable distance to Venga (great breakfast spot) and to Terlingua ghost town. Quiet, dark, amazing starry nights!
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Sara Hart
December 2025
20 ft pop-up camper
With pets
Fantastic stay! So convenient! Jason was a wonderful host!
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Blake
December 2025
Tent
The most beautiful stars I’ve ever seen! Not a cloud in the sky. I was truly blessed. Thanks again John! Instructions were crystal clear and helped immensely since I arrived at night. I would highly recommend and will probably visit again!
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Kristin
December 2025
Tent
Group trip
We absolutely loved camping out on Jason's land! Conveniently located about 5 mins from Big Bend National Park with a nice little general store close by as well it really was the perfect location. We certainly enjoyed the use of a nice large firepit and the picnic tables. The outhouse was clean and convenient at the camp site and the showers a short distance away were a huge plus! We also highly appreciated Jason's helping us get one of our cars jumped the last morning. All in all would definitely stay again, and highly recommend this spot for anyone wanting to visit Big Bend!
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Charlie
November 2025
26 ft travel trailer
Easy to find on Google maps. Simple and Nobody around. About 20 minutes from big bend
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Fatima
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
I loved tent camping on Sarah's land!
The views were beautiful and directions were clear. I would suggest marking every camp site better, it is a bit confusing and some people took our spot by accident
The outhouse is well maintained and comfortable to use.
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Austen
November 2025
20 ft travel trailer
Great location. Great view. Just a few sites so it’s not at all crowded.
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Megan
November 2025
Tent
With pets
This was the perfect place for us! The ladies at the store were helpful and kind. We had an amazing time during our stay, seeing the stars with very little light pollution, enjoying a campfire, and the solitude. Our dogs loved being free, free to roam a bit as well. The location was perfect for checking out the neighboring town of Terlingua. We love art and spent the day exploring the different art studios. The next day we made the short drive a bit further to explore Big Bend National Park. If you like camping in more rural places and exploring off the beaten trail this place is absolutely perfect. It had the essentials, bathroom and water, well kept, without the crowds of traditional state park camping. We will definitely be back!
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Riley
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
I stayed with 4 of my friends in a tent campsite in primitive lower A & we LOVED it! Clean restrooms & showers, and everything is in walking distance. Beautiful scenery. The employees are great & super helpful. Highly recommend this place :)
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Brendon
November 2025
Tent
Great location and we were able to see a lovely sunset and sunrise, also a few stars between the clouds. Great soft sand box for tents. And helpful friendly host. Thanks
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Jack
November 2025
Tent
Fantastic experience. Land was quiet, views were great, the host was friendly and communicative, and the stars had extremely good visibility a few days after a new moon.
It took us about 1 hour to drive into Big Bend and an hour and a half to make it to the south rim trail, making it a good day trip from this destination.
Our Mazda CX5 was able to handle the conditions of the dirt road leading into the property without problems.
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Luis
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
Loved how secluded and huge the site was and super close to Big Bend park entrance.
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Mark
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
My group stayed at "El Groupo" site. It was PERFECT! When I was looking around for somewhere to stay while I was at Big bend, there was definitely no shortage of glamping locations. But this was the perfect secluded and nature immersed location that let you connect with the outdoors. While still having access to the basic necessities like showers and restrooms. (And a added bonus of a pool to chill after a warm day of hiking.) All while being just a minute or two drive from the Terlingua restaurants and bars if you feel like getting some great grilled food or a cold beer. Would most definitely stay here again!
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