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The best camping near Balmorhea State Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Balmorhea adventure.

The best camping near Balmorhea State Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Balmorhea adventure.

Camping near Balmorhea State Park

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Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Balmorhea adventure.

Cool off and swim with fish in the world's largest spring-fed pool, a Texas high desert oasis.  

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El Cosmico

40 sites ¡ RVs, Tents21 acres ¡ Marfa, TX
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.
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(5)

Mountain View Lodge

3 sites ¡ RVs, Tents7 acres ¡ Fort Davis, TX
Formerly Mountain Trails Lodge, our property features stunning sunrises and sunsets, wildlife watching, and amazing dark skies viewing. And on April 8, you join us for solar eclipse viewing. We'll have eclipse glasses for our guests. We offer tent campsites and one RV site with electricity and water available, along with access to a restroom with shower and amenities, our pavilion with a gas grill and grilling tools, a fridge, ice, and picnic tables. We also have cabins for rent, visible on our website mountainviewlodgetx.com. We have seven acres convenient to many attractions, including McDonald Observatory, Fort Davis National Historic Site, Davis Mountains State Park, the Chihuahuan Desert Research Center, a 75-mile scenic loop, and more. Marfa, TX, a widely recognized community of world-renowned artists, is just a 20-minute drive away. Alpine, TX is also only 20 minutes away with more amenities and medical care facilities. We are located in a Dark Skies Reserve with spectacular night viewing of stars and the Milky Way, even without a telescope!
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Red Feather

2 sites ¡ Tents7 acres ¡ Fort Davis, TX
Learn more about this land:*Remote. No water connections, no electricity and 4x4 or AWD required.  All proceeds are considered by us to be donations, which go to preserving the natural beauty of West Texas (such as the Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute, Balmorhea State Park, and the Davis Mountains Preserve). Come escape the fast-paced city life and let time time stand still as you take in the spectacular views of the West Texas mountains. Bring your own tent, set up camp and enjoy the solitude and beauty of the western storms and whiskey gold sunsets. The stars at night are big and bright...Red Feather is nearly 8 acres of undisturbed land located deep in the Davis Mountains in far west Texas. Situated in southwestern Jeff Davis County and 5 miles from the highway on primitive roads, it is accessible only by four-wheel drive vehicles. We have a nice view of the McDonald Observatory (only 7.5 miles as the crow flies) and we are 35 minutes from Alpine and Marfa. *Please know this is a primitive campsite, there are no restrooms or trash receptacles.  You must be prepared to take out what you bring in.  Unfortunately, past guests have left it unkempt which makes us have to vet out who we will host.  Red Feather is not a spot for everyone, only experienced campers who have a true appreciation and respect for nature.  And if you do find the area untidy, please let us know.  Lastly, this is not a place for large group gatherings or a place to party.  ~Leave No Trace~
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The best camping near Balmorhea State Park guide

Overview

About

The main attraction here is the massive, 1.3-acre, 3.5-million gallon, spring-fed swimming pool. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s around the San Solomon Springs, it’s long been a popular spot to cool off with a swim, snorkel, or scuba dive, with depths of up to 25 feet. The park is also home to two reconstructed cienegas (desert wetlands) that support endangered fish, birds, and other wildlife. The Balmorhea Campground and CCC-constructed San Solomon Springs Court motel are your overnight options.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. During peak season, plan to make a reservation as soon as you know your dates. Campsites can be reserved five months in advance.
  2. If you don’t have a reservation, arrive at the park first thing in the morning to try and grab unreserved sites available for walk-ups.
  3. If your plans are flexible, visit during the week, during non-holiday periods, or over winter for the best chance at a reservation.

When to go

Summer and weekends are the most popular times here. Water temperatures average 72°F to 76°F year-round and are particularly refreshing in the heat of summer. The park has strict capacity limits of 650 people per day, so it’s best to make reservations ahead of time. Visit during the week or over winter for the best chances of entry. The pool is usually closed for a week in early May for its annual cleaning, while a café serving snacks and water recreation items is open on weekends, during spring break, and on some weekdays from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Know before you go

  • There are no lifeguards at the pool. Swimmers under 15 must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult over 17. Swimming is not permitted in the canals.
  • There is no extra fee for swimming, but there is a dive fee for scuba divers, who must be certified and dive in pairs.
  • Pets, glass containers, and alcohol are prohibited in the pool area.
  • Do not catch or feed the fish or turtles in the pool or park.

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