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Mel's Place

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· Study Butte, Brewster, Texas

20 acres hosted by Mel P.

3 lodging sites

Near Big Bend National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the B0611 Maverick Entrance Booth Fee Station (Kiosk).

Mel is a Star Host

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Mel's Place has been a favorite camp spot for many since we opened 5 years ago. Feels secluded and remote, yet only a mile or so from everything you might need and only 5 miles to the national park west (Maverick) entrance. 5 miles to the lively ghost town ofTerlingua with some great bars and restraunts. The views from camp are stunning with breathtaking sunrises over the Chisos mountains. Sunsets aren't too shabby either. We are an adults only retreat and hope to provide you the peaceful solitude with breathtaking stargazing you need to renew your spirit!! We are within a few miles of nearly all the local outfitters for your river trips, Jeep or ATV tours, etc. Come make memories!

Activities

Biking

Hiking

Horseback riding

Paddling

Natural features

Desert

River, stream, or creek

Mountainous

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12 ratings · 9 reviews

Aaron E.recommends

April 14, 2024

#5 Tent with Queen bed

Tent and mattress were great and the site was quiet. Would stay again!

Molly J.recommends

April 7, 2024

#5 Tent with Queen bed

Great stay!

Mel’s place was awesome! We would definitely stay again. The space was private and quiet. Perfect for “home base” for visiting Big Bend. Mel was a wonderful host and the tent had even more amenities than we were expecting- including a warm Mexican blanket, paper towels in the tent, a lamp and beside table and more.

Elaine H.recommends

April 5, 2024

#5 Tent with Queen bed

Awesome stay!

We spent one night at Mel's Place in Study Butte/Terlingua, just minutes from the west entrance to Big Bend National Park. We were lucky enough to enjoy a calm breeze, starry night, and beautiful sunrise. If you like quiet solitude, with an off the grid feel, this is the place. ❤️

Kenzie R.recommends

March 26, 2024

#5 Tent with Queen bed

Great camping with awesome views

Mel’s place was beautiful and easy to get to! We rented a space with the tent and mattress both which were very comfortable! The toilets were clean and did not smell. Sun and moon rises are beautiful here. I would definitely stay here again if I was ever in the area!

Colleen B.recommends

March 20, 2024

#2 Tent w/queen bed

Staying with Mel was great! The tent was spacious and the mattress was super comfy. Make sure you read the instructions on how to get there closely- it can be a little confusing. Otherwise everything was great and Mel was super accommodating! Would stay here again 10/10.

Randy V.recommends

March 17, 2024

#4A Tent with twin bed

Mel has a well organized & easy lay out with a great location. Good views & access to Big Bend. Mel is also very pleasant & we enjoyed our stay! I’d recommend to others who like to tent camp…👍🏼

Location

Study Butte, Brewster, Texas, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Jumanos, Mescalero Apache, Ndé Kónitsąąíí Gokíyaa (Lipan Apache), and Chiso First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Mel P.Joined in January 2024

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