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Mel's Place

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30 reviews
 · Study Butte, Brewster, Texas
20 acres hosted by Mel P.
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Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Mel's Place has been a favorite cabin and tent camping spot for many since we opened 6 years ago. Feels private, 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 of Terlingua 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. The stargazing here is some of the best in the world due to our very dark skies. The private cabin has great ac/heat with indoor & outdoor showers. The campground has a clean outhouse with an outdoor shower. We are an adults only retreat and aim to provide you the quiet peaceful solitude with the breathtaking views 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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    100% Recommend40 ratings · 30 reviews
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    Melanie K.
    3 months on Hipcamp
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    · May 2025
    Camping with perks!
    #5 Tent with Queen bed
    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.
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    Manny R.
    10 months on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · April 2025
    Great stay & location
    #5 Tent with Queen bed
    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.
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    Lee D.
    1 year on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · March 2025
    #5 Tent with Queen bed
    Great spot with sturdy tents!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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    Christopher R.
    2 reviews
    Recommends
    · March 2025
    #4ATent/twinbed&stargazrbed outside
    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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    Lana M.
    4 years on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · March 2025
    #2 Tent w/queen bed
    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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    Ariel P.
    2 reviews
    Recommends
    · March 2025
    #5 Tent with Queen bed
    Convenient private campsite for visiting Big Bend. Tent set up was comfy and as described.
    Location
    Study Butte, Brewster, Texas, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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    Hosted by Mel P.

    Joined in January 2024
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