50% (6) • 101 campsites
Top-rated RV parks in West Texas
Good Guad Land Co.
1. Good Guad Land Co.
98%
(382)
Dell City, TX · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Find extreme solitude and unforgettable views of Guadalupe Peak at this desert escape next to Guadalupe Mountains National Park!
This is choose-your-own-adventure camping. The terrain is rugged, and the dust and wind blow some nights. Once you're here, there are few amenities (unless you book our cabin, Li’l Capitan).
If this sounds fine — you don't mind roughing it — you'll be sleeping under the stars at the foot of West Texas' tallest mountain range. And who else can say they've done that?
BURN BAN IN EFFECT: Unfortunately, we are under a countywide burn ban.
Distance to nearby attractions: Guadalupe Mountains National Park Visitor Center, 11 miles; Black River Recreation Area, 42 miles; Carlsbad Caverns National Park Visitor Center, 52 miles
Distance from nearby towns: Dell City, 34 miles; Van Horn, 56 miles; Carlsbad, 65 miles; El Paso, 104 miles
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Willow Creek Camping Company
2. Willow Creek Camping Company
99%
(438)
Study Butte, TX · 13 sites · Tents, RVs
Tucked away in the rugged desert landscape of Terlingua, Willow Creek Campground offers a peaceful, off-grid camping experience just minutes from the entrance to Big Bend National Park. Set on 20 private acres, this small, rustic campground provides a quiet, scenic base for exploring the Chihuahuan Desert and surrounding mountains.
Guests can choose from a mix of tent and small RV sites, some equipped with water and 30-amp power hookups. The campground features clean bathhouses with hot showers, flush toilets, and a community sink for dishwashing. Fire rings and shade structures are available at select sites, and the wide-open skies make it a perfect spot for stargazing in this official dark skies region.
Willow Creek is known for its laid-back atmosphere, desert views, and proximity to hiking, river access, and the quirky charm of the Terlingua Ghost Town. It's an ideal retreat for those seeking solitude, natural beauty, and easy access to West Texas’ wildest places.
On the east side of highway 118 1.3 miles from Study Butte (grocery store, gas station)
4.3 miles from big bend national park west entrance
6.0 miles from Terlingua ghost town
17 miles from Barton Warnock Visitors Center (tx state park)
shade structure site 1-2
small campers up to 22'
water and 30a power site 1-5
This is a dark skies community. Please be mindful of your surrounding and limit your use of headlights and noise.
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The Bus Stop Campground
3. The Bus Stop Campground
99%
(595)
Terlingua, TX · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
🌵 Welcome to The at The Bus Stop Campground! 🌄
Your peaceful desert getaway nestled in the heart of West Texas! Our 12-acre campground is surrounded by stunning mountains, offering the perfect base for your next Big Bend adventure. 🏜️✨
🏕️ What We Offer:
We have 10 campsites ready to welcome you! Whether you're rolling in with a Sprinter van, a small RV (14ft or shorter), or just pitching a tent, we’ve got everything you need for a comfy, relaxing stay. 🌙
✅ Each Campsite Includes:
🔌 Electric hookups
🚰 Running water
🪣 Wash tub (perfect for dishes!)
🍴 Picnic table
🪑 Seating area
🔥 Fire pit (bring the marshmallows!)
📶 Amazing Wi-Fi — yes, even out here in the desert!
🚿 Bathhouse Amenities:
Our on-site bathhouse will keep you feeling fresh after a day of adventuring!
🚻 4 private bathrooms
🚿 2 double showers
🚿 Outdoor shower — perfect for rinsing off under the stars 🌌
🌟 Why Stay Here?
🧭 Our location is a gateway to adventure! Here are just a few epic activities nearby:
🌵 Big Bend National Park – Explore stunning landscapes, epic hikes, and endless stargazing.
🐎 Horseback Riding – Ride through the wild, open desert.
🏍️ ATV Tours – Get your adrenaline fix with off-road fun.
🌊 River Rafting – Experience the Rio Grande up close!
🥾 Hiking & Mountain Biking – Endless trails to discover.
🚌 Want to Stay in Our Famous Bus Airbnb?
Our converted military bus offers a unique stay with all the comforts of home! Check it out on Airbnb by searching: "The Terlingua Bus Stop"
📋 Other Things to Know:
We welcome RVs up to 14ft, Sprinter vans, truck/car camping or tent campers.
Pets are welcome! 🐾 Just be sure to keep them leashed.
Campfires allowed (as long as there’s no burn ban in effect). 🔥
🏜️ Come for the Adventure, Stay for the Stars! 🌌
Our dark sky campground is perfect for stargazing — bring your camera or just sit back and soak in the magic of the Milky Way.
⚡ EV Charging ⚡
Each site includes a standard 50-amp RV hookup, which may also be used for EV charging with your own adapters and equipment. EV charging is optional at $20 per night. Please note: power in Terlingua can be unreliable, and outages affecting the entire area are possible. Charging is not guaranteed and is offered at your own risk.
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Big Bend Ranch State Park
4. Big Bend Ranch State Park
96%
(80)
State park in Texas · 48 sites
Remote and rugged terrain, grand vistas, and dark skies draw adventurers and solitude seekers.
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Guadalupe Mountains National Park
5. Guadalupe Mountains National Park
98%
(45)
National park in Texas · 54 sites
Camp within view of Texas’s tallest peaks in the Guadalupe Mountains.
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Valentine Texas Bar And Campground
6. Valentine Texas Bar And Campground
100%
(1)
Valentine, TX · 3 sites
The Valentine Texas Bar — Camp Behind the Diviest Bar in America
You're parking behind The Valentine Texas Bar in Valentine, Texas. Population: 73. Nearest other bar: 73 miles. Nearest reason to check your email: none.
The site is open desert ground behind the bar with room for RVs or tents. It's flat, it's dry, and the stars out here hit different when there's not a single streetlight competing. This is Jeff Davis County dark sky country: McDonald Observatory is 30 minutes east, and on a clear night (which is most nights), the Milky Way looks like somebody spilled it.
Walk around the building and you're at the bar. Cold beer, good people, and the kind of energy that only happens in a place this far from everything else. The bar opens sporadically, on a whim, so check ahead or just roll the dice. If we're open, you'll know. If we're not, you've still got one of the best campsites in Far West Texas all to yourself.
What's nearby: Prada Marfa is right up the road (you're going to take the photo, everyone does). Marfa is 35 minutes west for galleries, restaurants, and the mystery lights. Big Bend National Park is south. The Davis Mountains are east. Blue Origin's launch facility is just over the ridge. You're camping at the intersection of art, space, and absolute nowhere.
This is primitive camping. No hookups, no wifi, no concierge. There's a sky full of stars, a bar in the desert, and the kind of quiet that reminds you what your brain sounds like when it's not being yelled at by your phone.
Best for: road trippers, vanlifers, motorcyclists on US-90, anyone who looked at a map and thought "what's out there?"
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Full hookups
Temple of the Bird
7. Temple of the Bird
100%
(105)
Terlingua, TX · 25 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Terlingua's only Hostel. Walking distance to all things in the Historic Ghost Town. We offer private rooms, a bunk room, primitive campsites and small motorhome sites. Huge communal area with a large bar (BYOB), well appointed kitchen, very nice bathrooms/showers, as well as frequent live music. Focusing on creating a strong community, social gatherings, including pot luck and fundraisers, and celebrating music, Willie Nelson and all things middle fingered. As we tell everyone, no need to wave with all your offensive fingers when it only takes 1 finger to say "I Love You!" We have a lot of fun here and have become a real social spot in this incredible community. When staying here you can expect to meet other travelers and locals alike. If you play music, all the better, as music usually fills the air here. From the house piano to any number of friends who stop by just to jam for a while. We are 21 and up, due to having a bar (BYOB) and just want adults to feel comfortable being adults . So bring an instrument, a sense of humor and a middle finger and come experience the magic that is Terlingua, Texas.
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Terlingua Ranch Primitive Camp
8. Terlingua Ranch Primitive Camp
95%
(148)
Alpine, TX · 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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Paisano Azul Ranch
9. Paisano Azul Ranch
95%
(1243)
Study Butte, TX · 11 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.
Pets
Full hookups
Abilene State Park
10. Abilene State Park
100%
(7)
State park in Texas · 91 sites
Abilene State Park: A Texas Haven for Nature Lovers and Adventure Seekers.
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Caprock Canyons State Park
11. Caprock Canyons State Park
99%
(34)
State park in Texas · 127 sites
Challenging terrain and majestic animals mark this rocky state park in the Texas panhandle.
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Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
12. Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
100%
(5)
State park in Texas · 20 sites
Grab your climbing shoes—these rocky formations are a mountaineer's playground
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Monahans Sandhills State Park
13. Monahans Sandhills State Park
100%
(5)
State park in Texas · 26 sites
You've seen surfing and snowboarding. Get ready for sand surfing in this Texas state park.
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Goat Pens, Cigar Springs Ranch
14. Goat Pens, Cigar Springs Ranch
97%
(1292)
Study Butte, TX · 50 sites · Tents, RVs
This central location provides an ideal basecamp close to the Terlingua Ghost Town and both Big Bend State and National Parks. The unique geology and topography of the Goat Pens made this a popular movie set and many westerns were filmed here in the 80's and 90's. Come out and enjoy seclusion, peace and quiet, awesome scenery with sunrises and sunsets to die for. All while still being able to easily take advantage of the area's other attractions.
The Goat Pens includes an outdoor events venue that hosts concerts, stargazing parties, festivals and weddings. The Goat Pens also has the only drive-in movie theater in the Big Bend area. Send a text or check The Goat Pens Facebook page (@goatpens) for information and dates of events.
The Goat Pens of Cigar Springs Ranch is a beautiful part of the ranch. It is well known for its scenery and unique topography. The Goat Pens served as a set location for many westerns filmed during the 1980's and 90's.
Remarkable beauty, easy access, centrally located, seclusion, peace and quiet. All add up to an unforgettable vacation experience.
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Rancho de los Arboles Muertos
15. Rancho de los Arboles Muertos
100%
(234)
Study Butte, TX · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
With 160 acres located just off Highway 118, two miles north of Study Butte, 7 miles from Terlingua Ghost Town, 7 miles from Big Bend National Park and 17 miles from Big Bend Ranch State Park, Arboles Muertos is a perfect place for tent campers, small trailers, Class-B RV's and digital nomads to set up a home base for all the many activities in the area.
Your privacy and personal space is our #1 priority, so our sites are spread out over the property and most are not in view of other sites, providing you with a backcountry camping experience, yet only a few minutes off the highway. We have several spotlessly clean composting pit toilets on the property, all just a short walk from your site. All guests have access to our centrally located outdoor hot/cold shower. Some of our sites have shade, and all have fire pits and level tent sites.
Rancho de los Arboles Muertos gets its name from the 25 foot tall Eastern Red Cedar trees that are being salvaged from land clearing operations near Austin and "planted" around the property. We're located directly across the highway from Willow Mountain, with an 800 foot sheer face rising over 1000 feet above the highway, making it one of the most prominent features in the area next to the Chisos of Big Bend. The property is covered in Ocotillo, hidden arroyos, tall bentonite dunes, volcanic ridges, dry creeks and the occasional fossil. Trail runners can easily create 5 mile loop over ridges and in arroyos without leaving the property. For the burners out there, the place has an unmistakable deep playa vibe. Welcome home )'(
Socialized dogs are allowed on leash.
Large groups are welcome and we also rent the entire 160 acre property for private events. We also have cabins and safari tents available on our website.
We are a completely off-grid property, so remember to bring water!
In the event of heavy rain, the roads could become impassible for a few hours to a couple days. If we see a major storm in the forecast, we will contact you directly to discuss options. The rainy season is late summer, however, and we are not taking bookings during that time, so this should not be an issue.
Check out our Instagram page for more about us @arboles_muertos
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Mountain View RV Park
16. Mountain View RV Park
98%
(84)
Dell City, TX · 26 sites · Tents, RVs
Family Owned RV Park
Discover a peaceful retreat nestled in Dell City, TX, with full hook-ups and stunning views of the Guadalupe Mountains. Experience the best of nature and adventure!
Experience the Uniqueness of Mountain View RV Park
Tranquil Mountain Scenery - Easy Access to Outdoor Adventure - Central Location for Explore & Play - Stargazing Oasis
Newly built bath house with designated tent sites. Tent sites include water and picnic table.
1 2018 Airsream available for a cabin rental, cabin rental is 70.00 nightly.
Pets
Full hookups
Cieloscuro
17. Cieloscuro
98%
(193)
Terlingua, TX · 5 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.
Sheffield Camping
18. Sheffield Camping
92%
(363)
Sheffield, TX · 3 sites
I have owed this property for over 20 years.
In the past, before I listed this property for camping, travelers would stop and ask to camp on my land.
There are not many options for camping on this stretch of Hwy so I decided to offer up my place.
So far guest have either loved it or hated it.
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Campfire Adventure Ranch
19. Campfire Adventure Ranch
100%
(8)
Dell City, TX · 11 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Escape to the wide-open beauty of West Texas at Campfire Adventure Ranch, located just outside Dell City and right next door to Guadalupe Mountains National Park. Nestled in the heart of the desert wilderness, the ranch offers guests a front-row seat to the towering Guadalupe Peak—the highest point in Texas—and panoramic views that stretch endlessly across the Chihuahuan Desert.
Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat under star-filled skies or a basecamp for adventure, Campfire Adventure Ranch delivers the perfect balance of rustic charm and natural wonder. Spend your days hiking scenic trails, exploring nearby Salt Basin Dunes, or simply relaxing with a campfire as the sun sets over the mountains.
With its remote setting, vast landscapes, and unmatched proximity to one of America’s most breathtaking national parks, Campfire Adventure Ranch isn’t just a place to stay, it’s a destination where Texas wilderness and true adventure meet.
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Desert Gardens Oasis in Lobo, Texas
20. Desert Gardens Oasis in Lobo, Texas
88%
(102)
Valentine, TX · 102 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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.
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50% (6) • 101 campsites
Top-rated RV parks in West Texas
Good Guad Land Co.
1. Good Guad Land Co.
98%
(382)
Dell City, TX · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Find extreme solitude and unforgettable views of Guadalupe Peak at this desert escape next to Guadalupe Mountains National Park!
This is choose-your-own-adventure camping. The terrain is rugged, and the dust and wind blow some nights. Once you're here, there are few amenities (unless you book our cabin, Li’l Capitan).
If this sounds fine — you don't mind roughing it — you'll be sleeping under the stars at the foot of West Texas' tallest mountain range. And who else can say they've done that?
BURN BAN IN EFFECT: Unfortunately, we are under a countywide burn ban.
Distance to nearby attractions: Guadalupe Mountains National Park Visitor Center, 11 miles; Black River Recreation Area, 42 miles; Carlsbad Caverns National Park Visitor Center, 52 miles
Distance from nearby towns: Dell City, 34 miles; Van Horn, 56 miles; Carlsbad, 65 miles; El Paso, 104 miles
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Willow Creek Camping Company
2. Willow Creek Camping Company
99%
(438)
Study Butte, TX · 13 sites · Tents, RVs
Tucked away in the rugged desert landscape of Terlingua, Willow Creek Campground offers a peaceful, off-grid camping experience just minutes from the entrance to Big Bend National Park. Set on 20 private acres, this small, rustic campground provides a quiet, scenic base for exploring the Chihuahuan Desert and surrounding mountains.
Guests can choose from a mix of tent and small RV sites, some equipped with water and 30-amp power hookups. The campground features clean bathhouses with hot showers, flush toilets, and a community sink for dishwashing. Fire rings and shade structures are available at select sites, and the wide-open skies make it a perfect spot for stargazing in this official dark skies region.
Willow Creek is known for its laid-back atmosphere, desert views, and proximity to hiking, river access, and the quirky charm of the Terlingua Ghost Town. It's an ideal retreat for those seeking solitude, natural beauty, and easy access to West Texas’ wildest places.
On the east side of highway 118 1.3 miles from Study Butte (grocery store, gas station)
4.3 miles from big bend national park west entrance
6.0 miles from Terlingua ghost town
17 miles from Barton Warnock Visitors Center (tx state park)
shade structure site 1-2
small campers up to 22'
water and 30a power site 1-5
This is a dark skies community. Please be mindful of your surrounding and limit your use of headlights and noise.
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The Bus Stop Campground
3. The Bus Stop Campground
99%
(595)
Terlingua, TX · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
🌵 Welcome to The at The Bus Stop Campground! 🌄
Your peaceful desert getaway nestled in the heart of West Texas! Our 12-acre campground is surrounded by stunning mountains, offering the perfect base for your next Big Bend adventure. 🏜️✨
🏕️ What We Offer:
We have 10 campsites ready to welcome you! Whether you're rolling in with a Sprinter van, a small RV (14ft or shorter), or just pitching a tent, we’ve got everything you need for a comfy, relaxing stay. 🌙
✅ Each Campsite Includes:
🔌 Electric hookups
🚰 Running water
🪣 Wash tub (perfect for dishes!)
🍴 Picnic table
🪑 Seating area
🔥 Fire pit (bring the marshmallows!)
📶 Amazing Wi-Fi — yes, even out here in the desert!
🚿 Bathhouse Amenities:
Our on-site bathhouse will keep you feeling fresh after a day of adventuring!
🚻 4 private bathrooms
🚿 2 double showers
🚿 Outdoor shower — perfect for rinsing off under the stars 🌌
🌟 Why Stay Here?
🧭 Our location is a gateway to adventure! Here are just a few epic activities nearby:
🌵 Big Bend National Park – Explore stunning landscapes, epic hikes, and endless stargazing.
🐎 Horseback Riding – Ride through the wild, open desert.
🏍️ ATV Tours – Get your adrenaline fix with off-road fun.
🌊 River Rafting – Experience the Rio Grande up close!
🥾 Hiking & Mountain Biking – Endless trails to discover.
🚌 Want to Stay in Our Famous Bus Airbnb?
Our converted military bus offers a unique stay with all the comforts of home! Check it out on Airbnb by searching: "The Terlingua Bus Stop"
📋 Other Things to Know:
We welcome RVs up to 14ft, Sprinter vans, truck/car camping or tent campers.
Pets are welcome! 🐾 Just be sure to keep them leashed.
Campfires allowed (as long as there’s no burn ban in effect). 🔥
🏜️ Come for the Adventure, Stay for the Stars! 🌌
Our dark sky campground is perfect for stargazing — bring your camera or just sit back and soak in the magic of the Milky Way.
⚡ EV Charging ⚡
Each site includes a standard 50-amp RV hookup, which may also be used for EV charging with your own adapters and equipment. EV charging is optional at $20 per night. Please note: power in Terlingua can be unreliable, and outages affecting the entire area are possible. Charging is not guaranteed and is offered at your own risk.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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Big Bend Ranch State Park
4. Big Bend Ranch State Park
96%
(80)
State park in Texas · 48 sites
Remote and rugged terrain, grand vistas, and dark skies draw adventurers and solitude seekers.
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Guadalupe Mountains National Park
5. Guadalupe Mountains National Park
98%
(45)
National park in Texas · 54 sites
Camp within view of Texas’s tallest peaks in the Guadalupe Mountains.
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Valentine Texas Bar And Campground
6. Valentine Texas Bar And Campground
100%
(1)
Valentine, TX · 3 sites
The Valentine Texas Bar — Camp Behind the Diviest Bar in America
You're parking behind The Valentine Texas Bar in Valentine, Texas. Population: 73. Nearest other bar: 73 miles. Nearest reason to check your email: none.
The site is open desert ground behind the bar with room for RVs or tents. It's flat, it's dry, and the stars out here hit different when there's not a single streetlight competing. This is Jeff Davis County dark sky country: McDonald Observatory is 30 minutes east, and on a clear night (which is most nights), the Milky Way looks like somebody spilled it.
Walk around the building and you're at the bar. Cold beer, good people, and the kind of energy that only happens in a place this far from everything else. The bar opens sporadically, on a whim, so check ahead or just roll the dice. If we're open, you'll know. If we're not, you've still got one of the best campsites in Far West Texas all to yourself.
What's nearby: Prada Marfa is right up the road (you're going to take the photo, everyone does). Marfa is 35 minutes west for galleries, restaurants, and the mystery lights. Big Bend National Park is south. The Davis Mountains are east. Blue Origin's launch facility is just over the ridge. You're camping at the intersection of art, space, and absolute nowhere.
This is primitive camping. No hookups, no wifi, no concierge. There's a sky full of stars, a bar in the desert, and the kind of quiet that reminds you what your brain sounds like when it's not being yelled at by your phone.
Best for: road trippers, vanlifers, motorcyclists on US-90, anyone who looked at a map and thought "what's out there?"
Pets
Full hookups
Temple of the Bird
7. Temple of the Bird
100%
(105)
Terlingua, TX · 25 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Terlingua's only Hostel. Walking distance to all things in the Historic Ghost Town. We offer private rooms, a bunk room, primitive campsites and small motorhome sites. Huge communal area with a large bar (BYOB), well appointed kitchen, very nice bathrooms/showers, as well as frequent live music. Focusing on creating a strong community, social gatherings, including pot luck and fundraisers, and celebrating music, Willie Nelson and all things middle fingered. As we tell everyone, no need to wave with all your offensive fingers when it only takes 1 finger to say "I Love You!" We have a lot of fun here and have become a real social spot in this incredible community. When staying here you can expect to meet other travelers and locals alike. If you play music, all the better, as music usually fills the air here. From the house piano to any number of friends who stop by just to jam for a while. We are 21 and up, due to having a bar (BYOB) and just want adults to feel comfortable being adults . So bring an instrument, a sense of humor and a middle finger and come experience the magic that is Terlingua, Texas.
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Terlingua Ranch Primitive Camp
8. Terlingua Ranch Primitive Camp
95%
(148)
Alpine, TX · 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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Paisano Azul Ranch
9. Paisano Azul Ranch
95%
(1243)
Study Butte, TX · 11 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.
Pets
Full hookups
Abilene State Park
10. Abilene State Park
100%
(7)
State park in Texas · 91 sites
Abilene State Park: A Texas Haven for Nature Lovers and Adventure Seekers.
Sewer hookup
Caprock Canyons State Park
11. Caprock Canyons State Park
99%
(34)
State park in Texas · 127 sites
Challenging terrain and majestic animals mark this rocky state park in the Texas panhandle.
Sewer hookup
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Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
12. Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
100%
(5)
State park in Texas · 20 sites
Grab your climbing shoes—these rocky formations are a mountaineer's playground
Electrical hookup
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Monahans Sandhills State Park
13. Monahans Sandhills State Park
100%
(5)
State park in Texas · 26 sites
You've seen surfing and snowboarding. Get ready for sand surfing in this Texas state park.
Sewer hookup
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Goat Pens, Cigar Springs Ranch
14. Goat Pens, Cigar Springs Ranch
97%
(1292)
Study Butte, TX · 50 sites · Tents, RVs
This central location provides an ideal basecamp close to the Terlingua Ghost Town and both Big Bend State and National Parks. The unique geology and topography of the Goat Pens made this a popular movie set and many westerns were filmed here in the 80's and 90's. Come out and enjoy seclusion, peace and quiet, awesome scenery with sunrises and sunsets to die for. All while still being able to easily take advantage of the area's other attractions.
The Goat Pens includes an outdoor events venue that hosts concerts, stargazing parties, festivals and weddings. The Goat Pens also has the only drive-in movie theater in the Big Bend area. Send a text or check The Goat Pens Facebook page (@goatpens) for information and dates of events.
The Goat Pens of Cigar Springs Ranch is a beautiful part of the ranch. It is well known for its scenery and unique topography. The Goat Pens served as a set location for many westerns filmed during the 1980's and 90's.
Remarkable beauty, easy access, centrally located, seclusion, peace and quiet. All add up to an unforgettable vacation experience.
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Rancho de los Arboles Muertos
15. Rancho de los Arboles Muertos
100%
(234)
Study Butte, TX · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
With 160 acres located just off Highway 118, two miles north of Study Butte, 7 miles from Terlingua Ghost Town, 7 miles from Big Bend National Park and 17 miles from Big Bend Ranch State Park, Arboles Muertos is a perfect place for tent campers, small trailers, Class-B RV's and digital nomads to set up a home base for all the many activities in the area.
Your privacy and personal space is our #1 priority, so our sites are spread out over the property and most are not in view of other sites, providing you with a backcountry camping experience, yet only a few minutes off the highway. We have several spotlessly clean composting pit toilets on the property, all just a short walk from your site. All guests have access to our centrally located outdoor hot/cold shower. Some of our sites have shade, and all have fire pits and level tent sites.
Rancho de los Arboles Muertos gets its name from the 25 foot tall Eastern Red Cedar trees that are being salvaged from land clearing operations near Austin and "planted" around the property. We're located directly across the highway from Willow Mountain, with an 800 foot sheer face rising over 1000 feet above the highway, making it one of the most prominent features in the area next to the Chisos of Big Bend. The property is covered in Ocotillo, hidden arroyos, tall bentonite dunes, volcanic ridges, dry creeks and the occasional fossil. Trail runners can easily create 5 mile loop over ridges and in arroyos without leaving the property. For the burners out there, the place has an unmistakable deep playa vibe. Welcome home )'(
Socialized dogs are allowed on leash.
Large groups are welcome and we also rent the entire 160 acre property for private events. We also have cabins and safari tents available on our website.
We are a completely off-grid property, so remember to bring water!
In the event of heavy rain, the roads could become impassible for a few hours to a couple days. If we see a major storm in the forecast, we will contact you directly to discuss options. The rainy season is late summer, however, and we are not taking bookings during that time, so this should not be an issue.
Check out our Instagram page for more about us @arboles_muertos
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Mountain View RV Park
16. Mountain View RV Park
98%
(84)
Dell City, TX · 26 sites · Tents, RVs
Family Owned RV Park
Discover a peaceful retreat nestled in Dell City, TX, with full hook-ups and stunning views of the Guadalupe Mountains. Experience the best of nature and adventure!
Experience the Uniqueness of Mountain View RV Park
Tranquil Mountain Scenery - Easy Access to Outdoor Adventure - Central Location for Explore & Play - Stargazing Oasis
Newly built bath house with designated tent sites. Tent sites include water and picnic table.
1 2018 Airsream available for a cabin rental, cabin rental is 70.00 nightly.
Pets
Full hookups
Cieloscuro
17. Cieloscuro
98%
(193)
Terlingua, TX · 5 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.
Sheffield Camping
18. Sheffield Camping
92%
(363)
Sheffield, TX · 3 sites
I have owed this property for over 20 years.
In the past, before I listed this property for camping, travelers would stop and ask to camp on my land.
There are not many options for camping on this stretch of Hwy so I decided to offer up my place.
So far guest have either loved it or hated it.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
Campfire Adventure Ranch
19. Campfire Adventure Ranch
100%
(8)
Dell City, TX · 11 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Escape to the wide-open beauty of West Texas at Campfire Adventure Ranch, located just outside Dell City and right next door to Guadalupe Mountains National Park. Nestled in the heart of the desert wilderness, the ranch offers guests a front-row seat to the towering Guadalupe Peak—the highest point in Texas—and panoramic views that stretch endlessly across the Chihuahuan Desert.
Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat under star-filled skies or a basecamp for adventure, Campfire Adventure Ranch delivers the perfect balance of rustic charm and natural wonder. Spend your days hiking scenic trails, exploring nearby Salt Basin Dunes, or simply relaxing with a campfire as the sun sets over the mountains.
With its remote setting, vast landscapes, and unmatched proximity to one of America’s most breathtaking national parks, Campfire Adventure Ranch isn’t just a place to stay, it’s a destination where Texas wilderness and true adventure meet.
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Desert Gardens Oasis in Lobo, Texas
20. Desert Gardens Oasis in Lobo, Texas
88%
(102)
Valentine, TX · 102 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Kera
5 days ago
Tent
Beautiful, quiet campground just a few minutes from Terlingua. The ability to put out tent under the covered shelter was really nice, and having electric and water there at the site also made it extra comfortable. The bathhouse was nice too. Friendly host….we have found our base camp for visiting the Big Bend/Terlingua area!
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Nate
5 days ago
Tent
Great campground with excellent views. Felt safe while camping. Only 10mins to Guadeloupe National Park Visitor center, and only an hour to Carlsbad Cavern. Would camp here again.
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Kiana
6 days ago
Tent
Willow Creek Camp is awesome! Great location and clan amenities. Quiet, convenient, and beautiful! Will be back!
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Melissa
1 week ago
20 ft Class B
This was a very nice camp spot. Had excellent showers and restrooms..
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Cynthia
1 week ago
Tent
Everything was as described and how we expected it to be. No surprises. Come prepared! We were alone for the night and enjoyed being under the stars with no humans around (well except for the highway but the noise wasn't too bad up there). If you love being outside and enjoy the view of the mountains you should come here. We really liked it!
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Terri
1 week ago
15 ft travel trailer
Amazing, exactly what I needed: close to west entrance of Big Bend, great for star gazing, quiet, clean, amenities as promised. Highly recommended!!!
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Nate
1 week ago
Tent
Willow Creek was an excellent campground. Close to everything and had incredible views of the surrounding desert, you could even see Santa Elena Canyon. I also enjoyed the barrooms and showers. When I’m back in Terlingua, I know where I will be staying. 10/10
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Mark
1 week ago
Tent
Our camping site and experience was awesome! The site was easy to find and had a shelter and picknick table. Water and electricity was easily available.
The common area with bathrooms, showers and dishwashing station were very clean and well maintained.
Retief was around the site checking on things often and making sure everyone was doing well. He also was helpful with answers to questions and suggestions of what we should do to make our trip even better.
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Shaylee
1 week ago
Tent
Camping here was great! The view was beautiful and it was easy to find a good spot to set up.
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Van
1 week ago
16 ft car
Group trip
We absolutely loved our stay at the campground! The restrooms and showers were spotless, and having a dishwashing station available was a great bonus. The hosts were incredibly kind and attentive—he even kept us informed about changing weather conditions. It was quite windy during our visit, but thanks to the heads-up, we were well prepared.
The location is also very convenient, with plenty of grocery stores and restaurants nearby, yet it remains peaceful and quiet at night. And as an added bonus, we were treated to a beautiful sunset every evening!
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Brett
1 week ago
16 ft car
Quiet. Site was bare bones, but just what I needed.
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Akatzin
1 week ago
Tent
Amazing place! Amazing host!
Place is easy to get to. Campgrounds are spaced out well. The bathrooms and showers are amazing. The host does a OUTSTANDING job at keeping them clean. Super grateful for that, as a warm shower is the icing on the cake after a long day of hiking. The host himself is helpful. Loved the bird feeders across the property, I was able to see local bird species. 10/10.
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Simeon
2 weeks ago
Tent
great spot and very close to big Bend National Park Terlingua entrance.
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Ryan
2 weeks ago
18 ft campervan
Amazing site so close to the park entrance. Highly recommend!
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Dena
2 weeks ago
25 ft Class C
With pets
Great overnight in a peaceful spot. Ten minutes from I-10 so no noise. I used the boondocking spot near a few trees as the hookup spot was booked.
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Brian
2 weeks ago
26 ft pop-up camper
Group trip
Campsites were open, flat with plenty of space to spread out. Close to NP. Laundry and shower (small) on site. Fire ring and picnic tables available.
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Rui
2 weeks ago
23 ft travel trailer
It’s easy to find the location, pull through to hook up with electricity and water, but no sewer. I feel safe as there are some other properties are next by and a quiet place.
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Julien
2 weeks ago
42 ft Class A
A very peaceful piece of land. We spent two nights there, and it’s a great spot to enjoy both sunrise and sunset.
David was there to welcome us—it was a pleasure meeting him.
A perfect place if you’re looking to relax.
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Mirosława
2 weeks ago
Tent
Nice camping site with really beautiful view of the El Capitan
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Kim
2 weeks ago
35 ft Class A
It is basically a dirt field with a rustic fire pit and 30/50 amps plus hoses for water. The price was right and the area is very remote so we were thrilled to find Sheffield Camp. The sky was lit with a full moon with no light pollution. We felt very safe and the sheriff drove by a few times. We didn’t see another soul and no other traffic. Thank you!
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