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Very nice camp with cover picnic table , super clean including the shower. The plus: a nice spring water pool.
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Several campgrounds near Balmorhea, Texas provide furnished cabin rentals with varying amenities and comfort levels. Balmorhea State Park Campground offers cabins with electricity, heating, and air conditioning, making them suitable for year-round stays. Historic Prude Ranch in Fort Davis features rustic cabins situated among horse pastures and natural surroundings. "We camped here for three nights. Great spot, deer came through camp every evening. We watched the horses in the pasture," notes visitor Deborah R. El Cosmico in Marfa provides uniquely styled cabins with artistic touches and modern comforts. Most cabins include private bathrooms with hot showers, while some feature kitchenettes or access to communal cooking facilities.
Pet-friendly cabins are available at multiple locations, though policies vary regarding size restrictions and additional fees. Lost Alaskan RV Park in Alpine offers cabin rentals with clean facilities and reliable utilities. Mountain View Lodge in Fort Davis maintains highly-rated cabin accommodations with scenic views. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, especially during peak seasons from spring through fall when occupancy rates are highest. According to Susan L., "Good rates for a nice stopover in a great location in Big Bend country with a pet park, gift shop, pool/playground and cabins." Most properties operate year-round, though winter visitors should confirm availability as some facilities reduce operations during colder months.
Cabin amenities differ significantly between locations, with most providing beds and basic furniture but requiring guests to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Basic cabins typically include electricity and climate control but may have limited cooking facilities. More deluxe units often feature refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Marfa Yacht Club offers modern cabin rentals with full hookups and WiFi connectivity. Grocery stores in Alpine and Fort Davis stock essential supplies, though selection is limited compared to larger cities. Visitors planning extended stays should consider bringing specialty items and non-perishable foods, as local options focus primarily on basics. Most cabin properties provide outdoor grills or fire pits for cooking, weather permitting.
Best Cabin Campgrounds near Balmorhea (6)
1. Balmorhea State Park Campground
"Stopped here to check out the park and were so pleased with the facilities. The nature program we participated in was informative yet fun."
"This is a tiny state park that happens to be very convenient to I10 and has great newer showers and restrooms and an interesting and deep natural pool that is its main/only feature. "
4 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $175 / night
2. Historic Prude Ranch
"Close to Fort Davis, McDonald Observatory. Not far from Balmorhea, Marfa."
"If you are from Texas, then you already know the legend that is Prude Ranch. I'm not sure when they added RV spots to the Ranch but you can't imagine how excited I was to find out they had."
3. Mountain View Lodge
"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"
Check Availabilityfrom $39 - $49 / night
4. Lost Alaskan RV Park
"Hiking up to see the desk on the grounds surrounding the Sul Ross campus is just one fun excursion. Also, the Big Bend Museum and Kokernot Field. "
"Location is good for visiting the area if you need to be connected - wifi was good enough close to the office and cell service was also good enough."
5. Marfa Yacht Club
"Booked two nights at MYC on a whim, after we cut our stay at Big Bend short, and ended up adding another day we enjoyed it so much."
"They have their own Airstreams available for rent through AirBnB or else you can bring your own trailer and pull into one of their paved slips."
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $45 / night
6. La Vista RV Park
"Very nice restrooms and shower facilities. Water, sewer and elec. Picnic table at site. No fires! Free wifi. No cell service."
Drive Time
- 1 hr 41 min from Odessa, TX
- 1 hr 53 min from Midland, TX
- 2 hrs 34 min from El Paso, TX
- 3 hrs 2 min from San Angelo, TX
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Cabin Reviews near Balmorhea, TX
51 Reviews of 6 Balmorhea Campgrounds
Marsela G.
TravelerBalmorhea State Park Campground
My new fav spot
Surrounded by mountains and natural pool that is so refreshing, definitely my new favorite spot in this part of the country! Bathrooms were generally clean and I did not want to get out of the pool! It was so fun!
- BB D.Traveler
Balmorhea State Park Campground
Launchpad with a Natural Spring
This was a great, casual campsite right off i-10. Retreat to the shade and pool during the day. Soak in the mountain views to the south in the morning and evening. Nice stop on the way to Marfa and Big Bend if you aren't in a hurry. The spring also feeds a cienega at the campsite with some cool wildlife.
- KKimberly W.Guide
Marfa Yacht Club
Tasteful, clean, pleasant
Nicely staggered spots that afford a Sense of privacy despite the wide open spaces. The facilities are impeccably maintained and hookups a breeze. Just know there is little human contact, all services through the email. B5 site is both close to the laundry/shower and at the end with an open view and even a wee planting.
- PPamela B.Guide
Balmorhea State Park Campground
Checked off the Bucket List
This park was closed for a number of years as they redid the campground, so we were never able to stop when we were in the area. It’s finally done and it’s wonderful! A+
- HHope H.Guide
Balmorhea State Park Campground
It is what it is!
This is a tiny state park that happens to be very convenient to I10 and has great newer showers and restrooms and an interesting and deep natural pool that is its main/only feature. The campsites are little more than a well-spaced parking lot with covered picnic tables and shelters, but if you are in the tent sites, you do have a nice unobstructed view of desert hills in the distance, which makes for a nice sunrise and sunset. It can be quite windy at times. I was there in February and again in March, so the weather was mild. The gate is locked at night and you have a code. There is a swim wear shop right across the street if you forgot to pack a swimsuit.
- MMichael G.
ScoutLa Vista RV Park
La Vista RV Park Alpine, Texas
Stayed at this RV park on a monthly basis from May 14, 2025 until February 10, 2026. The park has an excellent & beautiful location seven miles south of Alpine, Texas in the Del Norte Mountains and Chihuahuan Desert of west Texas. Pluses include a very quiet park that is well kept. However, a huge negative resides with the campground host, Kathy DeLeon, who regularly walks her dog off leash and regularly walks through occupied camp sites, ours and others without cause, which is an egregious violation of camper privacy. Her dog regularly defecated & urinated on the site I was in, #7, and other occupied sites in this park and when confronted about this when it occurred the weekend after move-in on May 14, 2025; she denied that her dog did these things, even though they were done in plain, firsthand and witnessed view. She has been hostile in her temperament at times ever since the first occurrence of this issue the first weekend I was in the park last May, 2025. An outline of this issue was given by myself via phone to Lori Cross, the park owner in the fall of 2025 and again to her three weeks ago in January, 2026 by text after numerous incursions and walk through of my occupied site (& the next door neighbors), again without cause, standing immediately outside my living room slide out window, staring at my RV & all simply as she was walking her dog off leash. Nothing, to my knowledge, was ever done despite my mentioning this to the owner as outlined above; it occurred increasingly the last two weeks, several times on a daily basis & as a consequence, I decided to end my stay there effective yesterday, May 10, 2026. I do not, as a result recommend staying there on a long term basis due to the campground host, Kathy DeLeon's dog's behavior, her consistent, regular walk through of my & other occupied campsites without cause, her denials of her dog's bathroom behavior and her projection of her behavior on me with a hostile temperament ever since move-in nearly 9 months ago. This is positively & absolutely shameful& despicable behavior on her part, especially on light of her being a campground host. I will never stay at this park again as a result. The Wi-Fi is not very good for anyone at the park & I regularly experienced dropped phone calls; also one of the two dryers in the common house does not dry and requires being set on the highest heat setting to get clothes dry. A text to the owner, Lori Cross, about this has yielded nothing in terms of remedying this issue. This park needs radical & immediate improvement on the part of the owner vis-a-vis her campground host…the host is lucky her behavior didn't occur after dark as not knowing who would be there right outside my RV home, she would be met with a legal and home defense armed response.
- rrob K.Traveler
Lost Alaskan RV Park
Great find
Well run campground with full service sites for $45
- JJohn R.
LegendBalmorhea State Park Campground
Could be so much better.
Small park with a large spring fed pool. Tight pull through spots. Wildlife is fantastic. Store, motel and day spots. Needs landscape maintenance.
Guide to Balmorhea
Cabins near Balmorhea, Texas range from basic to modern accommodations in a region known for its desert climate and elevations between 3,000-5,000 feet. Summer temperatures often exceed 100°F during day but cool significantly at night, creating large temperature swings that cabin campers should prepare for. Winter overnight temperatures frequently drop below freezing from November through February.
What to do
Explore historic sites: Fort Davis National Historic Site is just 34 miles from Balmorhea State Park Campground, offering visitors a glimpse into frontier military life. "The nature program we participated in was informative yet fun. The campground is pretty average with decent sized sites and there is some privacy with the sheltered picnic tables," explains Sara S. from Balmorhea State Park Campground.
Visit McDonald Observatory: Located in the Davis Mountains near Mountain View Lodge, the observatory offers star parties and telescope viewings in some of the darkest skies in Texas. Todd J. notes the lodge is "convenient to McDonald Observatory, Fort Davis National Historic Site, Marfa, Alpine, and further to Big Bend National Park."
Swim in the spring-fed pool: The natural pool at Balmorhea State Park stays between 73-76°F year-round. "This place is definitely more for the swimming trip than it is camping. Nothing in particular cool about the spots themselves, but a short walk to the swimming is absolutely awesome," shares Danny H.
What campers like
Night sky viewing: The minimal light pollution around Marfa Yacht Club creates exceptional stargazing conditions. "The views of the night sky are bar none," notes kristin S., who adds that the sites are "thoughtfully laid out: even though they're close together, they're staggered so each site has unobstructed views."
Wildlife encounters: Many cabin rentals and camping areas provide opportunities to observe local wildlife. At Historic Prude Ranch, Jeff D. reports, "This is a great place for birdwatching as there are a large variety of species that live there." The ranch environment adds to the experience with horses and other animals.
Outdoor shower experiences: El Cosmico in Marfa features distinctive outdoor shower facilities that enhance the desert camping experience. Catherine C. describes them as "roofless but covered in vines and outdoor string lights. I could have showered for hours."
What you should know
Reservation timing: Book cabins months in advance for peak seasons. Self-registration systems exist at some parks for late arrivals. "There's a place to leave CASH for your site and the board has a list of available sites for the evening," explains Evelyn O. at Balmorhea State Park Campground.
Temperature management: Most cabins provide air conditioning and heating, critical for the extreme temperature fluctuations. "Very clean campground! Sites are nice and playground/group areas have nice green grass. Electric & water hookup. Staff was also great at check in," notes Jules S.
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies widely between properties. At Lost Alaskan RV Park, Holland E. mentions, "Only complaint I would have is the internet is somewhat intermittent but only a issue if you need it!" Some locations offer WiFi near office buildings only.
Road conditions: Access roads to some properties can be challenging. Sara B. at Marfa Yacht Club notes, "The one downside was the road leading to the MYC--it was gravel and when we were there, suffered from washboarding that really jostled things around in the trailer."
Tips for camping with families
Spring-fed swimming options: The pool at Balmorhea State Park provides a unique swimming experience for children. According to Jessica M., "Park is beautiful and great for kids. Wetlands area and small creek circling the property were a hit with the kids!"
Playground access: Some cabin rental facilities include dedicated play areas. At Lost Alaskan RV Park, Susan L. mentions "a pet park, gift shop, pool/playground and cabins" among the amenities.
Educational opportunities: Consider cabin stays near attractions with learning components. "We watched the horses in the pasture. Staff was very friendly. Close to Fort Davis, McDonald Observatory," reports Deborah R. from Historic Prude Ranch.
Activity planning: Schedule indoor activities during peak heat hours (11am-4pm). Michael at Historic Prude Ranch suggests, "Be prepared for the walk is on rocky, shale, hills so extra work on the leg muscles but WELL worth it!"
Tips from RVers
Laundry facilities: At Lost Alaskan RV Park, Kristen M. reports, "Laundry was adequate with 6 washers and dryers. Took two rounds in dryer for each load. I think $1 for wash and $1.50 to dry."
Site selection strategy: End sites often provide more space and privacy. Lisa S. notes her dogs at Lost Alaskan "enjoyed the bonus of a large, private grassy area and a couple of shade trees offered on site A20."
Overnight temperature preparation: Desert nights get cold even when days are hot. Bring appropriate bedding for cabin stays. At Historic Prude Ranch, Christopher W. advises, "Town is only 5 miles down the road with grocery open til 8pm and a family dollar for those items you didnt realize you forgot until you got here."
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