- Terlingua
Temple of the Bird
Hosted by Mike · Terlingua, Texas
25 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 10 acres
Near Big Bend National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the B0611 Maverick Entrance Booth Fee Station (Kiosk).
Amazing views
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Mike is a Star Host
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100% Recommend114 ratings · 90 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
Mike is a great host and the accommodations are great. You will have a great stay.
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John C.
4 months on Hipcamp
An amazing experience with an incredible host. You are in the desert, so don’t expect the Hilton. However, the people here are unique and amazing.
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Lars F.
1 month on Hipcamp
From the moment I booked, communication from Mike, the owner, was clear, prompt, and helpful. When I arrived, he welcomed me warmly, gave me a tour, and showed me to my campsite, setting the tone for an easy and enjoyable stay.
The atmosphere around the community center was inviting, with fellow solo campers gathering and connecting. The community kitchen was exceptionally well equipped— such a pleasant surprise. I brought groceries and ended up cooking each night, which turned into a great way to meet people and feel part of the community.
The WiFi was strong, the bathrooms were spotless, and Mike was a genuinely gracious host throughout. The campsite is within walking distance of town, and I found myself heading in often for coffee, breakfast, or just to take photos.
I was lucky enough to visit during a meteor shower and spent an evening stretched out under the stars— it was unforgettable. As a solo female tent camper, I felt completely safe and comfortable the entire time.
Mornings were just as special, starting with sunrise yoga on the band platform. This place would be ideal for a yoga or art retreat. The vibe is laid-back, community-minded, and thoughtfully sustainable.
If you’re planning a trip to Big Bend National Park or Big Bend Ranch State Park, this place truly has everything. With great restaurants, fun bars, a vibrant artist community, and some of the kindest people in Terlingua, you can book with confidence— this is the place to be!
Megan F.
9 months on Hipcamp
It's a great place, location and the host is amazing.
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Bill C.
1 month on Hipcamp
Affordable clean room, friendly guests, and the host mike was amazing! Me and my gf loved it. Will be staying there again.
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Chris D.
2 months on Hipcamp
Mike’s place is a safe, chill space for a solo traveler to stay, and the folks there are excellent company if you’re looking for it. I think he’s built something really beautiful out there.
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Stacey B.
1 month on Hipcamp
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· April 2026
20 ft campervan ·
RV 5
Book it. You won’t be disappointed. Fun people and great location. Very clean bathrooms
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Heather S.
6 reviews
Our view of the sunrise, sunset and the stars was unrivaled to any experience I have had before. Mike has a great setup that offers community of connecting with fellow travelers in the shared space there. He encouraged us to hike Santa Elena Canyon Trail in Big Bend and it was a spectacular experience. Having a shared kitchen there allowed us to connect with others save time so we could explore. Another Mike there recommended Old Maverick Road since we had an AWD, and it saved us time as well as allowing us to check out more of the park. He also recommended taking hwy 170 when we headed to our next stop in Carlsbad and it was a breathtaking drive. These conversations and connections are what makes Temple of the Bird a very special place. Mike is super accommodating and responsive. We tent camped but if traveling without wanting to have that setup, I wouldn’t hesitate to rent out one of the other spaces. He graciously let me use the one bedroom unit for a video call and it was clean and cool with A/C. Mike gave us recommendations on where to eat in town and all were delicious. We were able to put our leftovers in the fridge to eat the next day. We would definitely stay there again!
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Lisa A.
2 reviews
Right off the bat, our host Mike is among the chillest you'll ever meet. Down-to-earth, super kind, attentive, and definitely active! He welcomed everyone personally, shared his vision with the place, and even prepped some amazing chicken for us one night! I met some crazy cool people, travellers and locals, and remember a fun night around the fire pit with plenty guitar and singing. I love camping and hiking, but you will leave this place with a love for this unique Terlingua hangout, the locals, and the friends you make here!
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Eric J.
4 reviews
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· March 2026
Tent ·
Camp 8
Temple of the Bird is awesome! Mike is a super friendly and helpful host and it is so close to everything in Terlingua and BBNP! We had such a great time we ended up staying an extra night to enjoy it a little longer!
Nathan W.
5 years on Hipcamp
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· March 2026
Tent ·
Camp 8
Great, friendly atmosphere close to other bars and restaurants in town. Check in was super easy and we felt right at home.
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Jonathan M.
3 reviews
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· March 2026
Good vibes and great location that’s near Big Bend. A lot of amenities to use including full kitchen, showers, and WiFi. Everyone is so friendly too. Can’t wait to go back and sit by the campfire again!
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Joseph H.
2 months on Hipcamp
If you are looking to get the local flavor of Terlingua, Mike’s place is your spot. If you just want to show up and never really experience what life in Terlingua is life, there are lots of spots for that. But at Mike’s you get the real deal. His place is new but it feels like what old Terlingua was all about.
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Amy L.
3 years on Hipcamp
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· March 2026
Place was sick. Everyone cool. Shout out to To y for a killer hiking recommendation.
Rex S.
2 reviews
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· March 2026
Tent ·
Camp 2
Great place! Super friendly guests and host! Mike is awesome! Can’t wait to visit again!
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Stephen H.
2 months on Hipcamp
I absolutely loved camping at Temple of the Bird!! Would totally recommend staying here rather than a campground, even if it’s inside the park. There’s showers (hot water!!), a community kitchen, and WiFi!! The owner is very kind, welcoming, and extremely accommodating!
The community is great. Every night the current travelers are cuddled up around the fire telling their travel stories or where they’ve come from. It’s a great environment to meet strangers and feel at home immediately. There was even some free soup and drinks the night we came. The vibes are amazing. Would definitely stay here again if I pass by the area over any Airbnb, hotel, or campground that’s more expensive.
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Amanda C.
2 months on Hipcamp
Beautiful location, great community, and Mile goes above and beyond to make you feel welcome and help you with any needs it’s a great experience and I’d definitely stay here again if in terlingua
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Josh K.
2 reviews
Did the group camp site at the top of the hill and it had an amazing view. Plenty of space and an only a short walk to the shared space. The shared space kitchen and dining area was wicked cool. Plenty of space. Made it in time one night to enjoy some music and fire. Mike was groovy and all the guests were respectful
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Alicia T.
4 months on Hipcamp
We had such a great stay here - we took our ev and charged overnight in the rv space, which was great - 50 amp rv spaces were newly graded, private, and a quick walk from the bathrooms and community room./deck. Mike is a really gracious host and the community space was so nice to stretch out - and there was a bonfire with musicians singing and playing late into the night - so lovely. Highly recommended!
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Kara B.
2 months on Hipcamp
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· March 2026
Tent ·
Camp 11
This was the coolest spot! I stayed an extra night on a whim and needed somewhere to crash and Mikes place was the best. Will definitely be back!
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Emily G.
6 months on Hipcamp
Mike's place offered a perfect combo of tent camping along with conveniences to make this a great visit to the desert. Full bathroom with showers, use of the kitchen facilities and cooking appliances, WiFi with coverage out to the tent sites, electricity to charge the phone, plus use of the covered areas to chill out after a day of hiking in Big Bend NP. And not to mention Mike is a really great guy who really cares about the traveler, having been a traveler himself. I would definitely stay at the Temple of the Bird again if I visit the area again!
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Scott S.
3 months on Hipcamp
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· March 2026
27 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
RV 4
Mike has created something special in Terlingua. The Temple of the Bird is not a place to miss! The community here is really great, we felt at home.
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Brandon M.
5 reviews
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· March 2026
Tent ·
Camp 1
Mike was incredibly welcoming and helpful. The bathrooms and other common areas were all very clean and well maintained.
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Kelly W.
2 reviews
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· March 2026
Tent ·
Camp 1
I loved the atmosphere and all the people that stayed were so nice and welcoming, I wish we stayed longer!
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Dillon H.
1 year on Hipcamp
Temple of the Bird was one of those places that immediately makes you feel like you’ve stepped into something special. From the moment we arrived, Mike made us feel completely at home. He was an incredible host and struck the perfect balance between being welcoming, attentive, and genuinely funny. His sense of humor really sets the tone for the whole place and adds so much character to the experience.
What we loved most was how local and authentic everything felt. It wasn’t just a place to stay. It felt like being welcomed into the spirit of the area. The amenities were top tier and thoughtfully done, but the atmosphere still felt relaxed and personal rather than overdone.
And the views of the Chisos Mountains are second to none. Waking up and looking out over that landscape is something we won’t forget.
Temple of the Bird has this perfect mix of comfort, personality, and a little bit of magic. Between the beautiful space, the incredible views, and Mike’s hospitality, it turned into a stay we won’t forget. If you’re looking for something unique that truly feels like a local experience, this is it.
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Lindsay D.
2 reviews
Recommends
· March 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
Group Camp Site
Mike was extremely accommodating and the restrooms and showers were very clean 👍
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Salvador D.
4 months on Hipcamp
I didn’t know what to expect booking this spot as a solo traveler. Honestly, I was a bit nervous. But once I arrived, Mike pulled up to meet me and showed me around the coolest spot ever. The bunk was comfortable, bathroom/showers were super nice, the outdoor space that is decorated with so much character and a kitchen area with everything you need. I will be staying again and bringing friends to hang out there next time. Mike is awesome, great guy with a big personality, just like Temple of the Bird. 10 out of 10
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Brie S.
3 months on Hipcamp
We loved our stay at Temple of the Bird - we'll book here every time we come down to Big Bend! Gorgeous views, best vibes ever, and all the amenities are great. Mike is a wonderful host!
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Erin C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Mike is a wonderful human being and has created a revolving community of souls here that is difficult to describe, like being in the middle of a big hug and I LOVED IT. The site is stunning and creative, full of kitschy art, cacti, indoor/outdoor living spaces, fire pits, music stages, and has the best panoramic view of the mountain ranges, desert, and its walking proximity to Terlingua Ghost Town is super sweet. Definitely going to fly my bird here again soon!
Kristin S.
4 reviews
Recommends
· February 2026
Tent ·
Camp 8
Beautiful views and amazing down to earth people, 10/10 will camp again. Mike you are a legend!
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Caleb S.
2 reviews
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Terlingua, Brewster, Texas, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Mike M.
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