The best desert campgrounds near Van Horn, Texas

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Van Horn

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Jolene

April 2025

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1 night at Annie’s Outpost

Directions to camping spot are very clear! Was able to find late at night. Anna Mae is super responsive if needed. The site was much quieter than I expected with close proximity to I-10 which was really nice since I was in a tent.

Weekend Trip to Butler-Nash Ranch

Awesome spot, helpful hosts! Would recommend for a real desert experience.

1 night at Annie’s Outpost

This was a great place to pull over and stay the night. Right off 10, a little tricky to get to, so do it when it's light outside. We would stop again.

Weekend Trip to Annie’s Outpost

I booked this Hipcamp last minute after I couldn’t find one site I had booked. I am SO GLAD because this one was SO GREAT! The host responded promptly to my concerns. I had a hard time finding the site at first but eventually noticed that the pictures gave better landmarks. The site had solar lights to help navigate big divots in the ground (oh yeah, drive SLOW). The sky was unbelievable and the stars in the middle of the night were gorgeous. 15/10

1 night at Butler-Nash Ranch

What a beautiful night! The stars were bright and everywhere, the land was lovely, and we slept like babies in the silence. One of the most beautiful places we've boondocked! The host was friendly and got us to the right place quickly, it's not far from I-10, and we'd be delighted to stay again next time we're passing through.

1 night at Desert Gardens Oasis Campground

Great spot convenient location thanks! Promaster camper van

Weekend Trip to Desert Gardens Oasis in Lobo, Texas

Great stargazing, and a wild desert feeling while still having basic amenities. Helpful hints (especially if you arrive after dark): when it says turn at the sign, follow the "RV Sites" signs and not the arrows, or you'll end up on private land. after the turn off of the last public road, it's a few miles, and the two gates (left for camping and right for RVs) are right in front of the campground, not earlier on the dirt road [I was confused about whether there might be a separate drive for the tent and RV Sites, but they're close together and you want to follow the desert gardens signs for a good bit until you see both gates]. The bath area is nice, but the shower is visible from some of the sites, if privacy is a concern consider a swimsuit. The pallet bench and table were nice additions for cooking and setting up. Desert sunrise and the 360 view was unbeatable

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Desert Gardens Oasis in Lobo, Texas

102 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Valentine, TX

Desert Gardens Oasis is your in country camping retreat with RVs, cabins and tent spots where fireplaces are waiting for you. We have thousands of acres for hiking in the mountain, trip to the cave, landing strip for your power para glider, outdoor chess, golf, shooting range, monastery, and speedway - all included for free waiting for you. We are Chihuahua desert headquarters for the most unique location located about 15 minutes drive from Interstate 10 and Van Horn, Tx. We are one of the most unique camping in west Texas. Artists for Humanity manage this place with members coming from all over the world. Enjoy the true west Texas and true South West! Salt Springs spa is coming soon We are at West side of Green Valley in Lobo, Texas. Desert Gardens Oasis is quiet, safe, exotic and tranquility is the theme of every day. www.Desert-Gardens-Oasis.com

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Annie’s Outpost

6 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Sierra Blanca, TX

Located just 2 miles off I-10, 8 miles to the West of Sierra Blanca, and 80 miles South/South-East of El Paso. This property is truly a part of the "OLD WEST". Sierra Blanca was named after Sierra Blanca Mountain, just North-West of town. The town came into existence when competing railroads for a second (Southern) transcontinental railroad line came within 10 miles of one another in 1881. Jay Gould, famous railroad magnate and robber baron, drove a silver spike commemorating the event on Dec. 15th 1881. The town sprang up around that spot, although the population didn't reach 350 people until 1914. It is best described as grazing land that is flat to slightly sloping terrain covered with desert sagebrush and grasses. Learn more about this land: Primitive campsites offer nice views, solitude, and a small flat space to set up camp next to your vehicle. No shade, toilets (bring your own), or other amenities are provided at this time but are in the works. Sierra Blanca has mild winters and very hot summers but the desert can get cold at night. The weather is generally sunny but come prepared for changing conditions. This is not a commercial campground. Site is great for large groups. Larger RVs have trouble turning or parking so please no rvs over 26 ft. Bring your own toilet. Wildlife include rabbits and hares, javelina, woodcock, teal, sandhill crane, quail, pronghorn, mule deer, duck, dove, rattlesnake, rails, gallinules, and moorehens, toads and a variety of lizards. Please be aware of the 3 day cancellation policy. A full refund may initiated if you cancel at least 3 days prior to arrival. Thank you.

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Green Valley Rv

18 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents80 acres · Van Horn, TX

Stay for free text for details 432-284-9431 Come and experience the Chihuahua Desert throughout the year at Green valley, RV and camping park in west Texas. 2 rvs and a rock cottage available. The Chihuahua Desert offers a unique and diverse landscape, with its vast stretches and rugged mountains. Whether you're a nature lover or an adventure seeker, there's something for everyone here. The RVs at Green valley, RV and camping park are fully equipped with all the amenities you need for a comfortable camping stay, including Rv’s, Rock hut. multiple camping spots,. secluded and intimate experience .

Lobo Flats

1 site · Lodging5 acres · Valentine, TX

We close for the summer. We will re-open mid-August or when daytime temps are consistently below 95 degrees. Flats is located conveniently off a paved road about half-way between Van Horn and Valentine. 20 minutes from Valentine and the Prada Store, 50 minutes from Marfa 60 minutes from Davis Mountains State Park 75 minutes from Guadalupe Mountains National Park Visitors Center 3 hours from Panther Junction Visitor Center in Big Bend Although our property is only five acres, we have no close neighbors. You can see a few other homesteads from here, many of which are unoccupied. For the most part it is very quiet, with only a handful of vehicles passing by on any given day. We have stars, rocks, views, solitude, and art. Within view of the property are Matthew Grey’s large-scale sculptures Broken Mile and Mile Dark, with a third sculpture underway. We are also in the process of installing our own installations on the property. We are an off-grid property running on well water and solar with a backup propane generator. Please keep in mind that our sites do not have unlimited water and electricity, and that you may hear a generator at times. We have a great setup here, and we enjoy the simplicity that comes with this lifestyle. With that said, this is a campsite, not a glampsite. Lobo Flats is Marfa’s dusty, crusty cousin and we like it that way. The campground is a brand-new endeavor; we welcome feedback as we refine the off-grid experience that we share with campers. We are an introvert friendly establishment, and while there will typically be someone around to help during your stay, you will have all the privacy you desire.

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Butler-Nash Ranch

7 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Sierra Blanca, TX

Camp ground are located in 5 acres of an already established Ranch. Please follow guidelines and rules to not venture to restricted area or onto neighboring ranches. The area is dirt roads with brush everywhere. Beautiful cactus wildlife and different type of birds soaring high. Catch your sight on White-tailed Deer, Pronghorn, Javelina,, Quail, and much more!

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Apache Park and Trail

4 sites · RVs, Tents1000 acres · Van Horn, TX

"A Private Park with History and Hidden Treasures of the African and Native Americans"Learn more about this land:The Apache Park and Trail is a private park with rolling elevations of over 4,000 ft within the small town of Plateau, Texas with spectacular sunrises and sunsets. It's desert climate, breathtaking vistas, plateau views in every direction and a compelling history is a must to see! Visitors will be acquainted with the geology of the desert, and magnificent views of rock formationsns, panoramic vistas, and old Indian campsites; one of the locations where "Geronimo" the Medicine Man hideout for over 25 years against both the Mexican Soldiers and US Calvary in the early 1800's. The Apache Park and Trail "The Gateway to Beauty" a western paradise surrounded by the stunning and majestic intermountain views; Black Peak, the Apache Mountains, the Sierra Diablo, the Boracho Mountains and more.The Apache Park and Trail is within a ten minute drive from Van Horn, Texas, the county seat of Culberson designated as the "Crossroads of Texas Mountain Trail" by the State of Texas.In conjunction with Van Horn Horn, we are traveler friendly and also awaits visitors to Big Ben National Park, Fort Davis National Historic Site of the Buffalo Soldiers. the UT McDonald Observatory, Guadalupe National Park, Carlsbad Caverns and more!All vactioners, photographers, artists, desert botanists, explorers, rock hounds, fossil collectors, historians, amateur archaeologist and students will have the most unique experience imaginable into the history of Texas and America.

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Desert camping near Van Horn guide

Overview

Looking to escape to the desert near Van Horn, Texas? Hipcamp has over 440 camping options specifically tailored to your desert preferences. With options as low as $5 per night and an average price of $18 per night, you'll find the perfect campsite for your budget. Check out top campsites like El Cosmico (537 reviews), Gardens Oasis Lobo Texas (66 reviews), and Desenrascanco Camp (46 reviews) for highly rated options. Enjoy popular amenities such as toilets, pet-friendly sites, and trash services. And don't forget to indulge in exciting activities like off-roading (OHV), horseback riding, and boating. Get ready to experience the desert like never before!