Top Tent Camping near Alpine, TX
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Best Tent Sites Near Alpine, TX (1)
1. Hornets Nest
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- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
$35 - $75 / night
Recent Tent Reviews In Alpine
137 Reviews of 1 Alpine Campgrounds
- mmichael T.
Guide
Tumble In RV Park
Great overnighter
We were looking for a place to spend the night , fill our water and dump our tanks . This place was perfect , water and electric at the site and dump station too. It was quiet and cheap , $32 a night
perfectly M.
Scout
Hornets Nest
Few amenities, nice views
While bikepacking drift boss, I set a camp here. Since there was just one other visitor in a camper trailer, no reservation was required. Tent camping was rather basic at each location, which offered water and electricity but no other facilities. A few minutes after we got there, the proprietors pulled up to take the$10 camping charge. We believed the price to be reasonable. There are no restrooms, so pick your bush carefully and remove all of your waste. Here, we enjoyed fantastic views of the sunrise and sunset. The setting, which is essentially a Prada storefront in the middle of the desert, is extremely close to the well-known Marfa Prada art display.
Harry B.Scout
Historic Prude Ranch
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Historic Prude Ranch is a unique camping destination with a friendly atmosphere and plenty of activities retro bowl. Visitors enjoy the beautiful scenery, wildlife, and horseback riding opportunities!
Justin G.Scout
El Cosmico
Teepee is nice and host is accomadating
Great spot, the staff is accomadating - brought towels quickly, lots of beverages and food in store waiting for the heat to die down and night to fall
Nunyo B.
TravelerHornets Nest
Camping Rental Not Allowed
Davis Mountain Resort is a private residential area. Campsite rentals are not allowed or available.
MickandKarla W.
Legend
Saddleback Mountain RV Park
Worked for an Overnighter
There was no problem finding this campground(CG) as it is right off I-10 adjacent to a Valero gas station. We had paid online, and per the emailed instructions, we went and chose an empty site. After driving through and looking at sites that didn’t have trees that would interfere with our slide-outs, we went into pull-through site 29 with FHUs. As we were only staying overnight, we did not use water and sewer. The CG’s sites are all pull-throughs with FHUs. About 1/4 of the sites are transient workers or full-timers. When we were here towards the end of January, there were plenty of sites to choose from. Our site was plenty long enough for our 40’ 5th wheel and F450. This is a basic CG with no internet, but they have a laundry room on the back of the Saddleback Steakhouse and Bar that has seen better days. There’s also an unmanned office with instructions and a drop box for campers without a reservation. There were plenty of sites that have clear shots to the sky for satellite. We got 3 bars on Verizon. We should have used our sound machine as there’s a lot of road noise from I-10. There’s no formal dog park, but there is plenty of room to walk your dog. Other than the price, one of the reasons we stayed here was the raving reviews by other campers on the Saddleback Steakhouse and Saloon, especially their ribeyes. Boy, were we disappointed. We were expecting a big Texas-style steak. The steak was maybe 1/4 inch thick, and the hand-cut fries were greasy. This may be the only place in the US that still allows smoking inside. They live by their own rules here. On the bright side, this dive-type bar was interesting and somewhat entertaining depending on your views as this establishment is clearly pro-Trump and anti-Biden.
Todd J.Guide
Mountain View Lodge & Cafe (operated by the nonprofit Mobile Comunidad)
Great place in Davis Mountains / Big Bend
(Full disclosure: I am on the board of nonprofit Mobile Comunidad, which operates the Mountain View Lodge & Cafe)
The Mountain View is a great place to stay while visiting the Davis Mountains / Big Bend region, convenient to McDonald Observatory, Fort Davis National Historic Site, Marfa, Alpine, and further to Big Bend National Park. All proceeds from the lodge and cafe help fund programs such as free lunches for school kids, food pantry food distributions, a bookmobile and more. You will enjoy our hospitality and the cafe serves a great breakfast and the best burgers around.
Our staff will go out of their way to make your visit as enjoyable as possible. Check our reviews on other sites to see how folks like us. Happy trails!
- SScott S.Guide
Fort Davis Inn & RV Park
Unkept and in disrepair
The picnic table was rotted and unusable. Many occupied sites had junk laying around. On the bright side, the sites were. Shaded by big trees. This was shielded from road noise by buildings and fences.
Robert G.GuideSaddleback Mountain RV Park
Trumpers
Every picture tells a story, don't it.
Brodie D.Guide
Marathon Motel & RV Park
Love Marathon!
We loved staying at Marathon Motel! We will be back for sure. Such a neat hidden gem. The courtyard is beautiful and they let the guests start the fireplace and bonfires at will. The lights at night are so cool and makes the experience feel very special. The moon was too bright for their “star parties” when we were there unfortunately, but those sound super fun to go to. Perhaps the coolest thing we enjoyed was using their new private outdoor showers where you can look up and stargaze while soaking in warm water getting all clean. Truly a unique experience for the books. We will definitely be back!
- JJon D.Guide
Davis Mountains State Park
My Best Camping Experience Ever!!!
Davis Mpuntains is truly amazing. A great blend of high desert mountains, endless night skies, and incredibly friendly people. I stayed in a tent site (#69) on the end of the loop, as I thought the park would be crowded. But, to my surprise, in early March, it was not! There are sites with full hookups, hot showers, many many hiking trails, and even free Wi-Fi at the headquarters/park entrance! There is little to no cell signal (Verizon) anywhere in the park, except along the Skyline Drive, so be prepared with a booster, or, for a great escape! Excellent park :).
Tent sites are $15 a night, and, if you are a TX parks pass holder, you get half off your second night, and free admission to the park (admission is also charged in addition to camping fee if not a pass holder).
Dennis P.GuideTumble In RV Park
Just okay.
For this part of the world, plopping down in a patch of desert next to a railroad is acceptable, but rustic. Yes, all the amenities are here (FHUs), shower, and bathhouse. They could clean up the grounds a lot, but can't do much about the trains. Good for a night. Hard to find the entrance in the dark.
Will and Lucinda B.GuideSaddleback Mountain RV Park
Depends on your needs, great on-the-road stop
We actually stayed here for a week, part of relocating from Texas over to the desert for the winter.
The Pros:
• Easy in and out. You can actually just go right to the back of the gas station there and cut left, big entrance area, though going to the right of the Saloon and restaurant does put you going the right way for....
• Large, long spots. Now, some have a cone in them, I'd guess some problem with one of the three hookups, but I don't know. Some of them are also overgrown.
• Plenty of room, really. This isn't a place people stay for long, being next to the highway, I would guess. So when you're trying to "reserve" a spot on the phone, it'll pretty much be "just come on".
• During our stay we had reliable power and water, no issues. Decent water pressure as well. We did hit some freezing overnights so I just filled the tanks and we ran off that until we left. I didn't actually hook up to the sewer at all.
• The onsite bar and restaurant isn't bad.
The Cons:
• Not really a problem for me, but you ARE next to a truck stop and a highway, but honestly, I didn't hear them really at all during the night unless I was listening for it.
• There was someone with loose dogs. As a former traveling-with-dog RVer, that annoys me to a VERY great deal. I don't know your dog, mine always seemed to get attacked. Keep your dog on a leash, please.
• Again, not a problem for me, but the bar/restaurant is very right wing Republican. F*** Biden flags, Trump Won, etc. Just warning you. The patrons and staff didn't say or do anything untoward, but if this kind of stuff bothers you and you're easily offended, just be aware.
• It took me second time to realize that my chicken fried steak wasn't just awesomely tender, but rather I'm pretty sure it was hamburger. The batter and gravy was good, really, all the food was good. (Though we did feel a little ripped off at 5 or 6 small onion rings for $6.99.) There is a great Mexican restaurant in town (as much as there is any town to Balmorhea), too, be sure to check hours and such. It's called La Cueva de Oso.
- LLisa B.Scout
Marathon Motel & RV Park
Super clean and lowkey
We don’t like being on a schedule so we don’t make reservations prior to leaving home. We have a van that we sleep in so if things don’t work out for a nite, we can use a rest stop. We found Marathon Motel and RV camping on The Dyrt. What a cute place! Surrounded by mountain views and beautiful sunrises and sunsets, night skies that are breathtaking, you really know your deep in the heart of Texas (clap,clap,clap!)
MinnieWinnie A.GuideSaddleback Mountain RV Park
No thrills a camping
We stayed here two nights while we swam in balmorhea. We pulled in late at night and we just placed $20 in the office , picked a spot and slept. The next day we swam all day and returned to a different spot. Same easy process, leave $20 in the office with your spit number. All spots are open and have full hook ups. Some are overgrown with weeds and the water isn’t accessible so choose wisely. Gravel and level spots, next to a gas station and diner.
Chris D.
RangerDavis Mountains State Park
Easy Place to ge to
Used this campground as we left Big Bend . Ft Davis is a quaint little town . Getting food at a restaurant is a task . Nice grocery though and hardware store . The park is fairly clean , the lodge and hotel were very minimally supplied but they were about to renovate it . Clean showers except my wife got locked in the bathroom ..
- Chris D.Ranger
Marathon Motel & RV Park
Dark Sky
A great little town to launch your adventure into Big Bend , French Grocer is a great place . Nice showers and WiFi here as well as power and water if needed . We stayed in the back and had a quiet evening . Highly recommend for this passing through
Linsey B.TravelerSaddleback Mountain RV Park
Good option for quick stay
This is a no frills campsite, but it met our basic requirements for an overnight stay. We arrived at 8 pm on a Friday and decided to eat at the on-site restaurant/ bar. Despite the rustic outdoor appearance, the food was homemade and quite tasty. I’d have no issue staying here again.
- TTed N.Guide
Saddleback Mountain RV Park
Rustic but Awesome
We pre booked our stay (paid on line). Received an email and text on the day we arrived. It’s an open RV park which is nice as we chose our spot. Closest to the mountains (although they are in the distance). Smell of Creosote this morning was amazing. Only here for a night but loved this site. Very basic no pool or hot tub or even a shuffle board court but definitely fit the bill. Restaurant next door circle bar and saloon. Great bar and food is great and reasonable. Highly recommend a stay here if you like basics and friendly people.
Sean & Holly H.GuideSaddleback Mountain RV Park
Good Price point Option
Overall good experience. Plenty of vacancy - no reservations needed. $20 cash in an envelope gets you full hookups (50/30 amp - powerpoles in good shape), water (good quality/ pressure), and sewage. No picnic tables or bbq/fire. Nice access to store, gas, ice, and steakhouse/bar (I didn't visit). Nice landscape, but lots of goatheads (thorns) that get in your dog's paws. Quiet nights, despite popular truckstop adjacent.
Drew T.GuideTumble In RV Park
Good for a overnight stay on your way to somewhere
Easy enough, allowed RTT camping (others in the area will not)
Bathrooms have heaters etc.
For sure you will hear and feel the trains so accept it. Nice rolling cargo style. No Campfires at sites.
- Chip K.Ranger
Saddleback Mountain RV Park
Great overnight spot!
$20 for FHU. All utilities worked great. Campground has been beautifully landscaped with various cacti. Despite being adjacent to the truck stop and interstate, there was surprisingly little noise. They even taken a large plot of land next to the campground and filled it with various native plants and cacti with a nice walking trail through it (perfect to stretch your legs after a long drive). We definitely would stay here again when passing through.
- TTerry H.Guide
Marathon Motel & RV Park
Breathtaking
Great place to stay on the way to Big Bend. Stop in at White Buffalo Bar - where ranch water was first introduced. Food is great, large portions suggest split plates. Campground has showers. Modern Bathrooms in tent camping area. Night skies are beautiful .
- mmitchdGuide
Davis Mountains State Park
Nice Park
In west Texas lots of site variety- tents, trailers, rvs. Full hookup, water/electric, or just water. Found a good site for short trailer
- RRuss H.Scout
Lost Alaskan RV Park
Safe port in a storm!
This park was recommended by another camper as well as seeing it on Dyrt. Super nice staff who actually helped us stay longer due to a dangerous ice storm. Exceptional laundry facilities and a very clean park.
- SSteven F.Ranger
Fort Davis Inn & RV Park
Limpia Creek in Ft Davis
This was a great two days. It’s a nice area with plenty of nice folks. The lady who runs the place is very friendly. I paid $45 per night for a pull through site for hook up. Stayed two nights in early December 2022. The bathrooms were out of service at the time but like I said it’s free for hook ups.  Lots of things to do in the area whether it’s shopping in the cute downtown or exploring Fort Davis, which has been partially reconstructed or going to the observatory or state park. The views in the wildlife or worth stop.
Rick G.Guide
Davis Mountains State Park
Nice Campground With Milky Way Views
I had an awesome campsite by a dry creek bed. I was close to a restroom that was clean and had hot showers with good pressure. The view from Davis Mountain is amazing.
Guide to Alpine
Camping near Alpine, Texas, offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking for a cozy spot to pitch a tent or a full-service RV park, there are plenty of options to explore.
What to do:
- Hiking: There are numerous trails around the area. Many campers rave about the hiking opportunities at Davis Mountains State Park Campground, where one reviewer said, "There are sites with full hookups, hot showers, and many hiking trails."
- Stargazing: The night skies in this region are breathtaking. One camper at Marathon Motel & RV Park mentioned, "The moon was too bright for their 'star parties' when we were there, but the night skies are beautiful."
- Exploring Marfa: Just a short drive away, Marfa is known for its art scene and the famous Marfa Lights. A visitor to the Marfa Lights Viewpoint Rest Area noted, "The paved parking here is level, the highway noise quiets down at night, and there are toilets."
What campers like:
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. One reviewer at Lost Alaskan RV Park said, "Exceptional laundry facilities and a very clean park."
- Friendly Staff: Many campers highlight the helpfulness of the staff. A visitor at Prude Ranch shared, "Such a lovely staff, they were incredibly accommodating and helpful."
- Unique Experiences: Campers enjoy the distinct atmosphere of the campgrounds. One reviewer at El Cosmico mentioned, "They have hot tubs, a hammock garden, and an amazing gift shop."
What you should know:
- Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy due to nearby highways or trains. A camper at Tumble In RV Park noted, "You will hear and feel the trains, so accept it."
- Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds offer full amenities. A visitor at Davis Mountain RV Park expressed disappointment, stating, "The place is very noisy, dusty, and absolutely nothing at all here."
- Permit Requirements: Some areas may require permits for camping. A reviewer at Elephant Mountain WMA mentioned, "It's very hard to tell if a permit is needed."
Tips for camping with families:
- Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. One parent at Marathon Motel & RV Park said, "The courtyard is beautiful, and they let the guests start the fireplace and bonfires at will."
- Plan for Outdoor Fun: Bring games and outdoor gear. A camper at Davis Mountains State Park Campground mentioned, "A great blend of high desert mountains, endless night skies, and incredibly friendly people."
- Check for Kid-Friendly Amenities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds or pools. One reviewer at Lost Alaskan RV Park noted, "The swimming pool was a delight on a hot summer day."
Tips from RVers:
- Look for Full Hookups: Many RVers prefer campgrounds with full hookups. A visitor at Tumble In RV Park mentioned, "Yes, all the amenities are here (FHUs), shower, and bathhouse."
- Be Prepared for Dust: Some RV parks can be dusty. One camper at Davis Mountain RV Park warned, "Lots of road noise, goatheads, and sand."
- Check Accessibility: Make sure the campground can accommodate your RV size. A reviewer at Lost Alaskan RV Park said, "The sites are spacious and not on top of your neighbor."
Camping near Alpine, Texas, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With a mix of beautiful scenery and unique experiences, it's a great spot to unwind and explore.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular tent campsite near Alpine, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Alpine, TX is Hornets Nest with a 3-star rating from 2 reviews.