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El Cosmico

93%

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747 reviews

· Marfa, Presidio, Texas · 21 acres

Hosted by El Cosmico In Marfa ..

30 RV/tent sites

Best all-around: 1st place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

Best in Texas: 1st place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

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El Cosmico takes its inspiration from a long American history of hippies, nomads, bohemians and those living a life of self-determination. We believe in tuning in, dropping out and being here now. Vehicles are not allowed onto the grounds, so if you are staying in your car or RV you will post up in our large parking lot with easy access to the grounds. Tent camping is dispersed, so you pick your space within the designated camping areas that are indicated on the property map provided at the front desk. Front desk hours are from 7:30am-11:00pm daily. If you are arriving after 11pm please call ahead for late check-in instructions.We provide the earth, you provide the shelter. BYO-Tent. Camping in your own tent or vehicle is $30 per night, per tent or vehicle for reservations checking in Sunday through Thursday and $50 per night for reservations checking in on Friday or Saturday nights (kids under 13 camp for free), and includes access to our communal spaces and bathhouses. Vehicles are not allowed onto the grounds, so if you are staying in your car or RV you will post up in our large parking lot with easy access to the grounds. Tent camping is dispersed, so you pick your space within the designated camping areas that are indicated on the property map. Maps are available at the front door of our main building. No need to check-in with the front desk, just grab a map and set-up.

RV details

Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Pop-up campers, Class A RVs, Class B RVs, Class C RVs, Campervans, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 50 feet allowed

Camping vehicles are required to park in the parking lot only.

Pull-in site

Camping vehicles are required to park in the parking lot only.

Accommodates slideouts

Camping vehicles are required to park in the parking lot only.

Surface type: Loose Gravel

Surface levelness: Flat

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

Generators not allowed

What to expect

RV/tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

4 guests max per site

Toilet available

Flush toilet

Pets allowed

On leash. $10 fee per pet

No campfires

Potable water available

Tap. Bring your own bottle

Showers available

Hot water . Located in the Bathhouse. Please keep in mind this area is a communal space

Bins available

Trash bin

Cooking equipment present

Bbq, communal, stovetop or hot plate, fridge, sink or other dishwashing station

Picnic table present

Wifi available

Wifi is available in designated areas

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 3:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Super Flexible

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

2WD accessible

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Reviews

93% Recommend1309 ratings · 747 reviews

El Cosmico in Marfa offers a unique camping experience with its funky and eclectic atmosphere. Many campers enjoy the convenient location for exploring Marfa, the charming outdoor showers, and the communal spaces. However, some visitors find the cost for parking in the lot to be steep and are disappointed by the lack of privacy in outdoor facilities. Despite the road and train noise, many still appreciate the property's charm and amenities.

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Beth N.

3 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

22 ft campervan

We loved staying at El Cosmico. We adored the funky vibe. The outdoor bathrooms and showers were fun. I wish we would have had time to use the hot tub.

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Martha M.

10 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

21 ft campervan

This was our second great stay at El Cosmico. We love coming here and exploring Marfa. Even though we just sleep in the parking lot in our van, we use the common spaces and the showers - which are lovely outdoor showers.

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Addison S.

9 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Very nice!

16 ft car

Very nice! It was the perfect location. We brought our bikes and bikes into town.

Ashley G.

3 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

Tent · Group trip

We did self camping. Good amount of flat land available for tents. Indoor and outdoor bathrooms were nice. Only problem was the outdoor toilets and showers have gaping holes which left me feeling exposed to any passerby. Would still stay here again. Was a bit close to a busy road, but i slept fine.

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Aasiyah B.

1 month on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· April 2025

Do not car camp here

16 ft car

Overall the space at El Cosmico is really enjoyable. There are paths you can walk through and the outdoor showers are really enjoyable on a hot day. However, there were a few things we were misled about when it comes to the space. The pictures make it look like there's a pool on the property which isn't the case. It's down the road at a hotel which isn't the most convenient since we were car camping. The car camping was just the main parking lot that everyone was driving in and out of. No designated spot. No outlets. Nothing that made it worth the $40 we paid per night to park in parking lot. Apart from the people coming in and out - the road noise was constant. I think if you're staying in one of their units it might be worth staying there otherwise we would have rather supported a state park and set up our rig there instead.

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Peter R.

3 months on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· April 2025

Probably worth it weekdays?

20 ft Class B

Lovely people and good coffee, and I suspect it’s well worth it in season, but as it was, it’s hard to justify $50 per weekend night for dry camping in a muddy parking lot next to a highway and a train.

Location

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