Best Campgrounds near Terlingua, TX
The small ghost town of Terlingua serves as a jumping-off point for camping throughout Big Bend National Park and the surrounding Texas desert. Chisos Basin Campground sits inside the national park with mountain views and connects directly to several good hiking trails. Cottonwood Campground tends to be less crowded, with cottonwood trees providing much-needed shade and simpler facilities like pit toilets. RVers often stay at Maverick Ranch RV Park, which has full hookups and enough room for larger rigs. Check the current park rules before heading out, as you might need permits and there are often fire bans during dry periods. Some of the camping areas require trucks or SUVs to reach because of rough dirt roads. It's smart to book ahead, particularly from October through April when the weather brings more visitors. You should bring all the water and food you'll need - the nearest real grocery store is about 80 miles away in Alpine.
