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100% Recommend43 ratings · 32 reviews
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· November 2025
Great setup. The bed was very comfortable and cozy and we didn't have any trouble finding the sight (even in the dark). Bathroom was easy to operate and the fire pits and stove were a nice touch. The tent had lights and rugs and was very well appointed.
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Will B.
2 years on Hipcamp
I have stayed at Mel’s about 3 or 4 times. I love the location, the property is clean and quiet! I have always taken my tent but this time tried out one of Mel’s sites with a tent and bed setup. I literally slept like a baby!!! So comfortable. A new addition is the shower. It was great after a day of hiking at the parks.
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Christina O.
4 months on Hipcamp
Mel’s place has so many nice touches that make camping more comfortable! A mattress in the tent is just the best way to get good sleep and a shower after a hike and to cool down is awesome! Having a bathroom (very clever setup) is also so nice. We stayed at site#5 closest to the outhouse and it was great and absolutely no smell so don’t worry about that. Mel’s is also located very conveniently to the west entrance of the park. Highly recommended.
Melanie K.
10 months on Hipcamp
Great place to stay! Most people that came stayed in the lodge. Which was great, felt like dispersed camping. The new restrooms and showers were a great addition too, my wife definitely appreciated them.
Manny R.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· March 2025
Great spot with sturdy tents!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Lee D.
2 years on Hipcamp
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· March 2025
Nice campground. Its quiet and secluded and the views of the mountains and the nights skies make it worth the stop.
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Christopher R.
2 reviews
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· March 2025
Awesome place to camp! The tent and the campsite was clean and cozy. The campsites are far enough apart from each other so yours feels nice and private. Short walk to the super clean and well maintained outhouse. Perfect location to camp if you wanna be close to Big Bend & local restaurants.
10/10, thanks Mel!
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Lana M.
5 years on Hipcamp
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· March 2025
Convenient private campsite for visiting Big Bend. Tent set up was comfy and as described.
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Ariel P.
2 reviews
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· February 2025
We loved camping at Mels place. It was very private and the views were spectacular.
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Ryan D.
4 reviews
Such an awesome place to spend my first camping trip in Big Bend area! Mel was so kind and really put a lot of thought into the site. The tents are very comfy and the space is clean and tidy. The host is incredibly kind and accommodating. I can’t wait to go back at stay at Mel’s place again! Would give 10 stars if I could.
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Jamie M.
4 reviews
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· January 2025
Mel's place was absolutely stunning. The host was so helpful and kind. The place is very quiet and the sunrises and sunsets were incredible.
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Sarah D.
2 reviews
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· January 2025
Great location. Beautiful views. Would definitely recommend.
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Bill M.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· January 2025
She was very accommodating in a last minute mix up with booking. The directions were so helpful and I loved my two night stay!
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Bailey S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Excellent location within 15 minutes of the entrance to Big Bend! I have stayed at another hipcamp across town the year prior and this one was significantly better. As stated by the owner but site 5 is the closest to the toilets which has its pros and cons but would choose that one next time.
If you follow the written directions you will get to your site with no issues!
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Alexa & Atlas Q.
2 reviews
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· December 2024
We loved Mel’s place! We stayed at site 5, which we preferred over the one we originally booked, Mel was super flexible with letting us switch! I’ll definitely be staying here again when I’m back in the area. Thanks Mel!
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Sarah E.
4 reviews
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· November 2024
Mel's place was fantastic - exactly what I needed after a few nights camping at the crowded Chisos Basin Campground at Big Bend. The tent was excellent, the bed was comfy, and best of all, I was all alone out there and could enjoy a campfire in the beautiful silence of the desert.
Mel was also quick to respond to any questions I had and had some great recommendations for things to do in Terlingua. Highly recommended all around.
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Ian S.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· November 2024
Exactly as described, beatiful sunrise and sunsets. The "bathroom" was extremely clean and odor free!
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D C.
3 reviews
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· October 2024
Everything was great. Nice tent and the mattress was very comfortable. I slept really good. Definitely recommend this place and definitely going back. I also liked that is very isolated, and that made me comfortable leaving my motorcycle alone while I left on my truck for dinner.
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Orlando A.
2 reviews
Loved having a tent and something to sleep on already there. The bed was way comfy. The views of the mountains was really nice but the nights were even more amazing. Had the milky way over my campsite and stars, oh my, I've never seen so many stars. I would HIGHLY recommend Mel's as a camping destination!!
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Christopher R.
2 reviews
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· October 2024
Extremely easy check in and check out process. Mel is very attentive and the place was beautiful.
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Brandon M.
2 years on Hipcamp
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· May 2024
Very private, excellent host, amazing view. Canvas tents are very comfortable.
Seth M.
8 years on Hipcamp
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· May 2024
Loved the setup. Stay updated with the shower location bc we had some hiccups about showering at big bend station. Other than that I would definitely recommend this to a friend!
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Eliaz Z.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· May 2024
We had a great time staying at Mel’s place. The campsite was lovely and the park entrance was a short drive away. Would definitely come back!
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Arthur A.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· April 2024
Tent and mattress were great and the site was quiet. Would stay again!
Aaron E.
6 reviews
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.
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Molly J.
1 year on Hipcamp
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. ❤️
Elaine H.
5 reviews
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!
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Kenzie R.
2 reviews
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· March 2024
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.
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Colleen B.
3 reviews
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· March 2024
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…👍🏼
Randy V.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· March 2024
Nice site, amazing view, Mel is a great host. Very close to the west entrance of the park.
Kevin B.
3 reviews
Location
Study Butte, Brewster, Texas, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Mel P.
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