- Alpine
Casa de Keaveny Cabin and Campsite
Hosted by Jim · Alpine, Texas
2 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 30 acres
Near Big Bend National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the B0611 Maverick Entrance Booth Fee Station (Kiosk).
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Basic camping de Keaveny- WIFI
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(4)Toilet
Pets allowed
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Casa de Keaveny, off grid cabin
100%
(13)Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table
Reviews
100% Recommend17 ratings · 16 reviews
Recommends
· March 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Basic camping de Keaveny- WIFI
Beautiful campsite!! We have a wonderful time stargazing. Mr. K was very kind :)
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Elena M.
3 reviews
Recommends
· March 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
Basic camping de Keaveny- WIFI
Jim was super friendly and the site was perfect! Just as expected.
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Leo D.
4 reviews
This was a stay unlike any other! Jim’s cabin in the desert is a work of art, in its own right. It felt like a step back in time and offered a unique peacefulness I wasn’t anticipating. We very much enjoyed this unique stay.
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Julie O.
10 reviews
My two guests and I had a great time camping at Jim's. Keep in mind, there's not much to it, as the listing clearly states. I would only recommended it for experienced campers, not first timers or those dependent on modern comforts. Bring a tent, your own water, your own means of sustaining a campfire, and everything else you'd require for dispersed camping. This site doesn't have most modern comforts, but that's part of the beauty. You'll be within one hour's drive of practically any point within Big Bend National Park, and you can have a campfire, whereas the entire park is under a fire ban. That alone is worth it. Jim himself is a great guy. He showed us where to set up, and he stayed out of the way the entire rest of our three-night stay. I wish Jim the best, and i recommend his spot highly to experienced campers looking for an authentic experience. Take time to visit Terlingua. Sign the petition to Stop The Wall. Visit the Poco Más café (it's the best I've found in the USA). And use this site as your launch pad for an incredible visit to BBNP before the US Federal Government arbitrarily and capriciously destroys the park's natural beauty and unique chstacteristics with a ridiculous, unnecessary, disruptive, and cruel border wall, that will cut through the most beautiful landscapes in all of Texas where there is already practically zero risk of unauthorized border crossings.
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Eric B.
1 month on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2026
We love this cozy place in the desert and Jim is always a great conversationalist. This was our fourth time around, and we'll be back again.
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Chris M.
2 reviews
There is something very charming and spiritual about Jim’s cabin and land. As a solo female traveler, I felt very safe and at peace. Jim is a true Texas gem — I could listen to his stories for hours.
The cabin is clean and eclectically decorated. I enjoyed walking around and looking at his collected treasures. It’s in a wonderfully quiet area with no road noise or loud neighbors. It’s very easy to stare off into the mountains and lose yourself in the views, especially at sunrise or sunset. The nighttime sky alone was worth the 10-hour drive.
The Wi-Fi was stronger at this remote cabin than in my own suburban house. It would be very easy to work remotely from here if needed.
It felt like a real privilege to stay here. Jim isn’t going to become a millionaire renting out this cabin at such a low price. It feels like a true labor of love that he’s chosen to share with the world.
You’ll enjoy every minute here and find it hard to leave. I’m already planning next year’s trip.
Items I would bring: lots of drinking water, trash bags, a propane tank (like those used for a gas BBQ grill), and paper towels. Although Jim has all of this stocked, I found myself using more than I normally would and felt bad depleting his supplies.
Thank you, Jim for an unforgettable stay! See you next year.
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Keely L.
2 reviews
Recommends
· December 2025
Group trip ·
Casa de Keaveny, off grid cabin
We had a fantastic time at the Casa! Everything was clean, check in was super easy. Make sure you plan some extra time to chat with Jim, great guy with some great stories! Will definitely be back
Cameron P.
2 reviews
The best experience I ever had! Jim is very welcoming and friendly. The cabin he built is stuffed with love and intention. Everything is so thoughtful and well made.
If you go there, you have to watch the night sky! It is beyond comprehension.
Suited for 2, perfect for 4, maybe a little narrow for 6. Bring enough water and supplies.
Thoughtful use of resources like water and electricity is mandatory.
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Michael S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· February 2025
Jim is a very friendly host with lots of stories to tell. We love this cabin and this was our third stay at the Casa. Dark skies, and quiet nights.
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Chris M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· February 2025
With pets ·
Casa de Keaveny, off grid cabin
My wife and I really enjoyed our 3 week stay at Casa de Keavany during January. Our host Jim was very attentive and helped provide the local perspective for our activities. If peace, quiet and serenity are what you are looking for, than look no further. The views are spectacular in every direction. The cozy comfy cabin provided all the conveniences we were looking for in this off the grid setting. We love spending time in Big Bend National park and Terlingua and are looking forward to a return trip!
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Brian T.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2025
With pets ·
Casa de Keaveny, off grid cabin
Jim's cabin was as described, and with added comforts including a flush toilet, shower and bed on the lower level so these older bones didn't have to climb a steep stairway each night! Jim was available, helpful and friendly, assisting with any issues that came up.
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Leslie B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
Great place, great host
Would definitely recommend
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Bandi C.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2024
A very special place. The birds, the land, the sky, the big porch, the stories, and a sweet host.
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Margaret T.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2024
Group trip ·
Casa de Keaveny, off grid cabin
Kevin is very generous with his time, knowledge of the area and is a very talented musician and skilled carpenter. A great base camp to explore big bend. Thanks Kevin!
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Taylor H.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2024
Jim has built a beautiful cabin on this quiet, secluded piece of desert property. The home is beautiful and as snug as you'd wish for a winter getaway to Big Bend. Solar power for nighttime lighting and good wifi. Rain water cachement, with a Berkey for filtration. Since we went to the park everyday we focused on additional conservation by bringing some collapsible beverage travelers and grabbing a couple of gallons at the spigot at Panther Junction. It's always good to have extra water in your car out here, anyway! The sunsets are beautiful, the stargazing excellent, and it's overall quite peaceful. The property is about 5 minutes from Jackass Flats, a convenience store, and 20 from Terlingua, the closest source for gas. This was our second stay here, and I look forward to coming back again. Jim is a considerate host and checked in via text throughout our stay. If you appreciate wild spaces you will love this spot!
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Melissa V.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2023
Great area for stargazing and a night around the campfire.
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Nydia L.
2 years on Hipcamp
Location
Alpine, Brewster, Texas, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Jim K.
Joined in July 2023Response rate: 100%Response time: Within an hour
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