425 acres hosted by Terlingua Ranch T.
7 RV/tent sites · 4 tent sites
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Activities
Biking
Hiking
Paddling
Off-roading (OHV)
Natural features
Desert
Mountainous
Ranch
Reviews
93% Recommend92 ratings · 68 reviews
Terlingua Ranch offers a camping experience with breathtaking views, particularly at night when the stars illuminate the sky with clarity. Visitors appreciate amenities like the pool, cafe, and clean facilities, which provide a comfortable stay. However, some campers find the location a bit remote and note the challenging road conditions leading to the site. Despite these challenges, the friendly staff and unique desert ambiance leave a positive impression on many guests.
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Recommends
· April 2025
Tent Camping
I loved tent camping there. Great view.
Staff people is very nice.
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Izchel R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· April 2025
The Good and The Bad
The location was easy to find. We decided to spend the night in a tent. I would not return as a tent guest. You hear cars coming in and out of the site on a dirt road, which is loud, all night long with HIGH BEAMS as they weaved up and down the hill. No one followed the dark hours rule from 10pm-7am. The tent sites were REALLY close together & RVs in the same area. The pool was GREAT! Very nice. Very limited chairs. Bring your own. The stars are beautiful as well as the sunset. We’d go back with an RV or camper. Also, it was 97° during the day and a dust storm blew through (35 MPH winds) dropping temperatures to 53° at night. Come prepared for all weather. It was definitely an experience :) The bathhouses were decent for being outdoors. Showers not as much, bring flip flops to shower in.
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Jennifer V.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Camping with kids
They were so friendly (and kid friendly) and we had so much room. Though, we didn't consider the wind when planning our campout and really struggled with the dust.
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Courtney B.
9 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Desert RV Retreat
This property is GORGEOUS. Fantastic views, amazing stars, pool and restaurant on-site are super clutch, hiking trail with an awesome view of Big Bend, and reliable Wi-Fi between the campground and restaurant. Was here almost a week and had a fantastic time.
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Kathy K.
7 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Beautiful views. Loved that there was a pool, laundry and cafe on site. My dog and I enjoyed walking the grounds.
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Melissa C.
7 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
This camp was so awesome! Everything was super well maintained, the bath house was super clean and the cafe was amazing!
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Hudson M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Such a lovely place to camp. The staff was great and the grounds were amazing with the views. I would recommend to anyone who is in the area
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Brenda C.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2025
Really cool spot nice and secluded. Ground is full of rocks and broke almost all of my tent stakes trying to stake it in. Also the road to it is partially unpaved.
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Chris P.
2 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
Decent Camping Option
Pretty good for the price (only reason I went for this place), the value is definitely appreciable. Friendly people and staff. Showers and a cafe that opens at 7am is pretty helpful. It takes about 90 mins to get to the Chisos basin from here, so plan out the travel and logistics accordingly. It might be hard to do early morning hikes such as lost mine while staying here, you would also be driving 3+ hrs everyday, I found it doable but it definitely was a chore. I would suggest getting early so you can have the best pick of the campground, some have hard rock and it's tough to pitch stakes. There will be Javelinas running around at night, I didn't find them aggressive but something to keep a note of.
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Mothi K.
3 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
Camp site was perfect for tent camping. Bathroom and showers we decent enough and convenient distance from tent site.
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Tony S.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2025
Far Out Community
Beautiful spot surrounded by rocky peaks. Restaurant food is good. Showers good. Plenty of chances to interact with other campers at the restaurant.
But be aware it is a long way off the main road. A half hour. Another half hour to National Park west entrance. Last three miles of road is washboard dirt. Passable in a car but slow going.
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Steve B.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2025
We will be coming back.
The Ranch was incredible well taken care of. The ability to have a hot shower and use the restroom at anytime was incredible. The tent sites are awesome some 5 miles outside the Big Bend NP. Also the pool and restaurant blew my expectations away. The cook knows how to make some great food.
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Sean K.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2025
Friendly staff. Surprising amenities. Great view.
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Todd C.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2025
The place was great! It was so magical, especially at night when the stars were SO BRIGHT!!
Cat B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
It was very nice. Seemed very safe. We camped in the tent area Dec 31- Jan 2. Our favorite part was the cafe. It was open 7am-9pm, so we could be in there early in the morning and late at night when it’s dark. It gets dark pretty early, so it was pretty nice to have somewhere to go. The scenery was spectacular here. Would recommend, be prepared for the cold nights if sleeping in a tent.
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Ashley I.
2 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
Checked in after hours, map was easy to read and I was the only one staying in the upper sites (on a Friday night). It was extremely quiet and the stars were amazing!! The upper sites are right by a trail, which was so cool to watch the sunrise from. Would’ve loved to stay here more than one night! Highly recommend.
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Ciara A.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2025
It was a great experience at the ranch. Everything was walking distance from the site. Great service, friendly staff. Cafe also had good food. Even played a round of disc golf on their course, which was an adventure. Definitely would stay there again!
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Abel B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· December 2024
Great Spot
Tent camping on the Terlingua Ranch exceeded expectations. I would definitely stay here again!
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Daniel F.
3 reviews
Recommends
· December 2024
Beautiful dark skies spot. Nice general store area and helpful people.
Erin F.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2024
The place has a lot of history. The bath house is heated and the Bad Rabbit Cafe is a good place to eat.
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John K.
7 reviews
Recommends
· December 2024
Great location outside of the National Park and the staff was friendly and helpful.
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William A.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2024
Thanks again to our amazing hosts!
Unique and all encompassing resort took great care of us! We loved dinner at the Bad Rabbit Cafe and hot showers in the morning. Laundry, swimming pool, disc golf - this place has it all!
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Danae D.
4 reviews
Recommends
· December 2024
We stayed here over Thanksgiving weekend and really enjoyed our time.
Entry:
Apple Maps took us straight to the campgrounds without any issues. Just make sure your route goes south of Alpine, Texas (via TX 118) and then east on Terlingua Ranch Road.
Tip: Avoid the route that goes south of Marathon (US Highway 385) if you're eager to get settled in. It allegedly has a long road that requires a high-clearance vehicle.
Check-In:
Check-in was quick and easy. The staff was friendly, helpful, and gave us all the info we needed to make the most of our stay.
Stay:
We stayed in the primitive upper loop, which was perfect for our setup. There was just-enough space for two vehicles and a tent, and the site came with a picnic table and a firepit. Just keep in mind that fire bans might be in effect depending on the county’s regulations. Very quiet and dark.
Amenities:
The cafe was cozy and served delicious food and drinks—just what we needed after a long day exploring Big Bend. It felt like an oasis in the middle of the desert.
Facilities:
The bathrooms and showers were clean and well-maintained, which was a nice touch for a camping area.
Overall, this was a fantastic base camp for visiting Big Bend National and State Parks. The combination of great facilities, friendly staff, and beautiful surroundings made for a memorable trip. We’d absolutely recommend this spot.
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R D.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
I loved camping here it was my first time and my boyfriend first time too it was an awesome experience this campsite was close to a hike trail they have right there. Just be aware everything is very far the closet gas station was 30-40 minutes away. Other than that it was the perfect little trip we both enjoyed.
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Dazzalyne E.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Tent camping was awesome and this place also has super cute cabins. The location was exactly what I wanted, remote, beautiful dark skies and we even heard a rock slide from the mountains! Javalinas were wandering around and the place was extremely clean and wonderful, friendly people. Excellent experience!
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Janine D.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
The night sky was unlike anything we’ve ever seen before. The bathrooms were nice and clean, the scenery was beautiful and the staff was friendly and very helpful.
Ashley M.
3 reviews
Not recommend
· October 2024
My rating is based on 1) access to resort is via 3 miles of dusty gravel road. 2) campsites are hardpacked gravel with no shade. 3) toilets were not cleaned our entire stay. The positives are 1) good food in on site restaurant 2) camp fees were very reasonable
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Michael G.
9 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
Rough road to paradise
Pros: It is a beautiful setting surrounded by mountains and the night sky is amazing, with a clear view of the Milky Way. Having a restaurant, bathrooms, showers, laundry, and pool all within walking distance is a huge plus. The primitive camping is on the highest tier of three tiers, with RV's on the second tier, and cabins on the first. Voices carry, but for the most part, people are honoring the quiet hours. The very real Con: The three mile final stretch of road is a washboard dirt road. I usually like to stay a few days and explore the surrounding area, but I did not want to drive that road until I was ready to leave and decided not to extend my stay for the same reason. Off-road vehicles would probably be fine.
Loyce B.
7 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
The property was quiet and clean, the amenities were as advertised. Rates and supplies were affordable and reasonably priced.
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Amanda K.
8 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
Cool off at Terlingua Ranch!
Beautiful piece of land and I must say the pool was incredible!
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Javier G.
4 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
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