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Rio Bravo Ranch

Hosted by Lauren · Presidio, Texas
4 sites · RV, Tent · 1000 acres
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Rio Bravo Ranch is a family owned ranch that borders the Rio Grande and Casa Piedra Road.  We have cultured a love for camping and the outdoors on this ranch as children and young adults.  One day we were sitting on "the backside," enjoying the amazing vistas, solitude and a campfire when the idea came to us that we should share this amazing place with others seeking this type of experience.  We tried to think about what makes camping enjoyable to us - no immediately adjacent campers, a nice fire ring/shade structure, a nice, large tent site and vistas with unobstructed views.  We have incorporated this into our campground design which, when completely finished, will encompass several hundred acres of Chihuahuan desert vistas.  We are also fortunate enough to have a large riparian area on the property.  It is in this area, amongst the 40ft tall cottonwood and willows, we often find Gambel's Quail, Scaled Quail, Javelina and numerous bird species including the occasional turkey.  We would love nothing more than to share this wonderful place, where we grew up, with souls seeking solitude, adventure and inspiration.  Our eastern entrance is just a few miles outside the Big Bend Ranch State Park boundary, conveniently located on Casa Piedra road about 1.6 miles north of FM 170.
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Rio Bravo 1

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 25 ft
Sleep under the light of a billion stars and awaken to a perfect sunrise over Agua Adentro Mountain, just minutes from Big Bend Ranch State Park. Campsite improvements include a 32” fire ring with cooking grate, shade structure and plenty of space to roam. You are in the midst of a property that spans from the Rio Grande across Alamito Creek and then across Casa Piedra.  Alamito Creek splits the property into the "Airstrip" side and the "Backside."  RB1 is located on the backside. The roads are improved and accessible by sedan or other low clearance 2wd vehicle.
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No potable water
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No electrical hookup
No water hookup
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Rio Bravo 2

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 7 · Vehicles under 18 ft
Site is about 400 yards from RB1 and not visible from RB1. VERIZON AND AT&T have (LTE) service to the campsite area.  We have been told T-mobile does not have good coverage here. The Chinati potty is a 2 minute walk.  WASHER pit recently installed. There is a 125 gallon tank of non-potable water in the common area near the Chinati potty.  Feel free to use this water for showers and general camp use.  I would not drink it due to the fact that algae growth is seen periodically in the tank.  You have access to the Big Kahuna SHOWER by staying at this site.
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No electrical hookup
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Star Party @ Rio Bravo Ranch 4x4req

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 10 · Vehicles under 20 ft
Star Party is a high clearance, 4X4-only accessible site, capable of accommodating larger groups.  The road to the campsite is everchanging with rains and can go from fine to technical in the matter of a 2-hour period if the rain falls in just the right spot.   The first half of the road to the site is composed of large loose rocks, 6"-12" in size that can easily puncture a low lying oil pain.  The last half is along a drainage and is occasionally washed out with big rains.  There is an 80-yard run of sand where 4X4 is all but mandatory.   THIS CAMPSITE IS LOCATED ON A MILDLY IMPROVED RANCH ROAD AND THERE ARE BUSHES/CATCLAW/ALLTHORN/MESQUITE THAT CAN GROW INTO THE ROAD AND SCRATCH YOUR VEHICLE.  WE TRY TO KEEP THEM CUT BACK REASONABLY, BUT SCRATCHES ARE POSSIBLE ON THE ROUTE TO THIS SITE.  IF YOU ARE CONCERNED ABOUT VEHICLE SCRATCHES, DO NOT BOOK THIS SITE. IF YOU HAVE ANY OTHER TRAILER THAN AN OVERLAND STYLE TRAILER, DO NOT BOOK THIS SITE, RATHER LOOK AT RB1 WHICH CAN ACCOMMODATE A TRAVEL TRAILER. There is no cell service at this site proper, but you can usually get cell service if you climb to the top of the adjacent 30-ft high hill.  We get AT&T service there anyway. The shade structure here is larger than those at RB1 and RB2; it is 16 feet wide X 12 feet deep.  The portapotty, shower, wood and water are all a 10 minute drive from this site, so plan accordingly. There are multiple sandy spots to secure your multiple tents. If you are looking for the most isolated campsite currently available at Rio Bravo Ranch, this is it.  It will be you, the howl of the coyotes and the stars. We hope you'll book Star Party today!
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La Sierrita @ Rio Bravo Ranch

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 25 ft
THE NEWEST campsite at Rio Bravo Ranch with isolation provided by a locked entrance ensuring safety and extreme privacy that we enjoy. The site is very near the Big Bend Ranch State Park entrance and near La Junta, one of the most culturally significant regions in the southwestern US. You will find improvements including a Pilot Rock 32” fire ring with cooking grate, 12x12 shade structure over a 6’ Pilot Rock Aluminum Picnic table, as well as a graded area to place your tent. You are in the midst of a property that spans 3.5 miles from the Rio Grande across Alamito Creek and then across Casa Piedra. The roads are improved and accessible by sedan, if driven with discretion.
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No electrical hookup
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100% Recommend171 ratings · 144 reviews
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· November 2025
StarGazer site for ADV motorcylists
Tent · Group trip ·
Star Party @ Rio Bravo Ranch 4x4req
The actual campsite was awesome, but the directions and information provided in an email from Lauren was very confusing and overly complicated. Recommend she streamline directions with single bullet points and put a few more signs along arduous route the Star Gazer camp site. Also, would be beneficial to inform campers who choose this site (especially those riding adventure motorcycles) that it would be highly beneficial to get your firewood before trekking to the camp site. Same with using the showers.....
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Paul G.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2025
Beautiful Big Bend
Tent ·
Rio Bravo 1
Beautiful area. Great location with minimal impact. Easy to find. The solitude is exceptional.
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Peter O.
10 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Definitely out there!
Tent ·
Rio Bravo 1
This was a great remote spot near Big Bend Ranch State Park. Simple shade structure, totally private. Porta potty not too far away, fire wood if you purchase, ample water.
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Franz G.
2 reviews
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· March 2025
The Desert Haven
Tent ·
Rio Bravo 1
As always, this place is a feast for the eyes and a rest for the soul. Thank you for opening up this space for us!
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Jp B.
2 reviews
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· March 2025
Tent ·
La Sierrita @ Rio Bravo Ranch
We love camping at Rio Bravo!!! Beautiful sunrises and sunsets!! Camp site was perfect and clean!! We can't wait to come back soon!
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Erin H.
5 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
Tent ·
Rio Bravo 1
Beautiful and serene views of both the sunset and the sunrise. The stars were absolutely amazing and breathtaking.
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Addison P.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· February 2025
Star Party
Tent · Group trip ·
Star Party @ Rio Bravo Ranch 4x4req
A group of 6 of us camped at Star Party and it was absolutely awesome! The location is perfect for star gazing and I would highly recommend this location, especially for a group!
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Sara R.
2 reviews
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· February 2025
Tent ·
Star Party @ Rio Bravo Ranch 4x4req
We spent one night at Star Party. 4WD is required due primarily to fairly deep sand and gravel. Great little shade shelter and picnic table. Super isolated spot. You can hear the road but just barely.
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Mason J.
2 reviews
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· February 2025
20 ft campervan ·
Rio Bravo 1
Very secluded and peaceful. The views were amazing!
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Dean E.
4 reviews
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· January 2025
20 ft campervan ·
Rio Bravo 1
Very secluded and peaceful! Would highly recommend for anyone wishing solitude. The stars at night were incredible!
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Dean E.
4 reviews
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· January 2025
Tent ·
Star Party @ Rio Bravo Ranch 4x4req
Excellent, private campsite. It’s a great place to get away from it all.
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Will C.
2 reviews
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· December 2024
An Understanding Host
15 ft pop-up camper ·
La Sierrita @ Rio Bravo Ranch
We have car trouble on our way out to Rio Bravo Ranch and had to go back home, Lauren was so kind to allow us to reschedule our reservation.
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Miguel B.
5 reviews
Recommends
· December 2024
Tent · With pets ·
Rio Bravo 2
Loved camping at Rio Bravo 2. The site was so clean and the views were fantastic. Super clear instructions for arriving. Thanks for having us!
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Sheri M.
3 reviews
Recommends
· December 2024
Excellent
Tent ·
La Sierrita @ Rio Bravo Ranch
Excellent campsite. There’s nowhere else sunset was amazing. I would stay here again.
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David H.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· December 2024
Amazing Stay
Tent ·
La Sierrita @ Rio Bravo Ranch
Beautiful ranch - amazing host - 10/10 recommend we will be back!
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Nicole B.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Tent · With pets ·
Rio Bravo 2
The campsite was great. Secluded but easy to find. The extra amenities were a nice touch and made the experience much easier.
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Devin K.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· October 2024
Cool Spot!
Tent ·
Rio Bravo 1
The campsite was a little tricky to find (might have been me lol) but once I got there, it was a very cool spot. It was right outside the State Park entrance which was super convenient for me. The campsite itself was clean, and pleasant. I enjoyed that it had a pad for the tent and the awning. I would definitely recommend for someone who needs to stay outside of the state park but wants to be close enough to get there quickly in the morning.
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Daniel K.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· April 2024
Millions of stars and no neighbours
Tent ·
Rio Bravo 1
What a beautiful sight the landscape was to behold from this campsite. I didn't even bother setting up my tent, I slept under the stars for three nights. The directions were easy to follow. The county road leading to the property was well maintained and the drive up from there was a little rocky. There was a shelter, fire ring, porta potty and shower on the site. If I find myself in West Texas again, I will definitely book Rio Bravo.
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Richard C.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· March 2024
Great Desert Camping
Tent · With kids ·
Star Party @ Rio Bravo Ranch 4x4req
Great location for visiting BBRSP. Camp site was clean and covered picnic table was great. Highly recommend if you want seclusion in the desert! Lots of stars and quiet…great site to relax after hiking or off-roading in the park.
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Daniel P.
3 reviews
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· March 2024
20 ft campervan ·
Rio Bravo 1
We loved it! Beautiful solitude but easy to access from Presidio. Good distance for a day trip through Big Bend Ranch Park too. We will return!
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Karen O.
3 years on Hipcamp
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· March 2024
Views for miles
Tent ·
La Sierrita @ Rio Bravo Ranch
Had a great time at la sierrita campsite! Nice and quiet with views for miles. Spectacular sunrises and sunsets. Plenty of privacy as the next nearest site (rb2) is a couple hundred yards away. Convenient to Presidio if you want dinner or supplies. Chinati potty was clean. Recommend adding signage designating la sierrita site so as to remove guesswork finding it, but that's a quibble.
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Nathan K.
2 reviews
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· February 2024
Best kept secret
12 ft campervan ·
La Sierrita @ Rio Bravo Ranch
What an amazing site! Far from everything but close enough if need to. Only about 20 minute drive from Presidio makes this place so convenient in case something happens (like running out of beer, lol) but when you are there you feel in the middle of nowhere. So close to the Big Bend State Park to expand your adventure. Communication with Lauren was super easy via message and she provided great, very detailed info on how to access and what to do. Our site was La Sierrita, overlooking at the ranch and Presidio at the distance. Only a couple minute bike ride to the porta potty makes it convenient (2 other sites available much closer to it if need to). We travel to the area every year to MTB at the State park and this will definitely be a mandatory stop.
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Leonardo S.
3 reviews
Recommends
· February 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
Rio Bravo 2
This is an absolute beautiful location. RB2 was everything we needed. It's easy to locate off the highway and the views are fantastic.
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Sara R.
2 reviews
Recommends
· February 2024
Camping
Tent ·
Rio Bravo 1
We love staying here!! The views are amazing!! Lauren is a wonderful host!!
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Erin H.
5 reviews
Recommends
· February 2024
Star Gazing
Tent ·
Star Party @ Rio Bravo Ranch 4x4req
Absolutely amazing views ! I can’t wait to come back!
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Ruben R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2024
Tent ·
La Sierrita @ Rio Bravo Ranch
We loved tent camping on Lauren’s land! The views were beautiful. Especially around sunrise and sunset time. It is around a 2 hour drive from the tallest peaks in Big Bend (Emory Peak and Lost Mine Trail) however the drive to get there is stunning and worth it! I would definitely come back here again and recommend this location to others. I feel refreshed.
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Maria O.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2023
20 ft campervan ·
Star Party @ Rio Bravo Ranch 4x4req
Fantastic place to camp, I planned to camp one and go to the state park, but I enjoyed it so much I ended up staying longer
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Lee W.
4 reviews
Recommends
· December 2023
15 ft campervan ·
Star Party @ Rio Bravo Ranch 4x4req
Beautiful campsites and well organized, very peaceful. Great place to camp outside of big Bend Ranch State Park. Perfect base camp to explore the area. The drive from Terlingua to Riodosa and up Pinto Canyon to Marfa was amazing and highly recommended Great directions and communication from Lauren
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Lee W.
4 reviews
Recommends
· November 2023
15 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Rio Bravo 2
The area was peaceful and beautiful. Lauren gave very thorough directions and was available when we had questions. Overall it was a positive experience.
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Pam M.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2023
22 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
La Sierrita @ Rio Bravo Ranch
We had an amazing overnight stay on Laura’s land! Wide open spaces, spectacular views… private and peaceful. We were also grateful for Lauren’s directions and communication with us since it’s well off the beaten path!
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Kari L.
13 reviews

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Presidio, Presidio, Texas, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Joined in October 2018

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