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Best Cabin Sites Near Terlingua, Texas (9)

    Camper-submitted photo at Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park near Terlingua, TX

    1. Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park

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    Terlingua, Texas

    Overview

    Chisos Basin Campground, perched high in the rugged Chisos Mountains, is the most sought-after campground in Big Bend National Park. At an altitude of 5,400 ft. (1646 m), the campground is surrounded on all sides by tall, rocky cliffs and is conveniently located near some of the park's most spectacular and popular trails. This campground offers excellent views and mild temperatures. Also found in the Chisos Basin area is the Chisos Basin Visitor Center, the General Store and the Chisos Mountains Lodge, which houses the only restaurant in Big Bend National Park. Important: The road to the campground is steep and winding with sharp hairpin turns. Trailers over 19 feet and RVs over 24 feet are not recommended, and will not be accommodated. No RV parking is available at the group campground, nor is generator use allowed. All sites where you may have a generator are now reservable. If you need to use a generator and you do not have a reservation in a site that will allow generator use, you will need to camp elsewhere. Note: Campsites are small, rocky, and not level, so there are very few sites truly suitable for RVs. Many sites will allow an RV/Trailer/Van/Camper, but you will not be able to get level. The campground is almost always full, and if the site you booked doesnt work, in all likelihood you will NOT be able to switch sites, and will either have to make your site work, or find accommodations at another campground. It is necessary that you carry some form of leveling blocks/devices with you. Please carefully review the site details before making a reservation.

    Recreation

    This campground is a hub for hikers. Some of the park's most spectacular and popular Day Hike trails are nearby, including the Lost Mine Trail, the Window Trail, the South Rim Trail and the Pinnacles Trail, with its access to the park's highest point, Emory Peak (elevation 7,825 ft./2385 m). Campers can find the trailheads for most of these trails in the main Chisos Basin area a mile or so further down the basin road from the campground. Access to the river is approximately 30 miles (48 km) away, where visitors can canoe, kayak and fish.

    Natural Features

    The national park is named for a curve in the Rio Grande called the "big bend." For 1,250 miles (2012 km), the river is an International Boundary between the United States and Mexico. The campground lies at the base of several sloping cliffs amidst montane shrubland; desert plants such as Arizona cyprus and mesquite trees fill the landscape. Maple, aspen, pinyon and ponderosa pines grow at higher elevations just above the campground. Though it is lower than the surrounding cliffs, the Chisos Basin is at a higher elevation than other campgrounds within the park. Summer temperatures here are cool, yet warmer than other areas in fall and winter due to the cold air sinking into lower regions. The Chisos Mountains are a popular nesting site for migratory birds. The mountains provide the only nesting ground in the United States for the Colima warbler, which arrives in mid-April and departs for its wintering grounds in southwestern Mexico by mid-September.

    Nearby Attractions

    Big Bend National Park encompasses 801,000 acres (324,153 ha) and the Chisos Basin area is centrally located. This allows visitors an excellent opportunity to explore all areas of the park in a relatively short drive. Big Bend offers excellent hiking trails, miles of rugged dirt roads, and endless possibilities for sightseeing.

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    $16 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park near Terlingua, TX

    2. Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park

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    Redford, Texas

    Big Bend State Park interior sites are and along the River Rd., and allow a max. of 8 people per site. These sites are, Casa Ramon, Chorro Vista, Fresno Canyon, Fresno Vista, Guale 1 and 2, Javelin, La Monilla, La Mota 2, La Posta, Las Burras 1 and 3, Los Alamos, Los Cuates, Los Hermanos, Los Ojitos, Lower Alamito, McGuirks Tanks, Mexicano 1 and 2, Ojo Escondido, Papalote de la Sierra, Papalote Encino, Papalote Llano, Papalote Llano Nuevo, Papalote Nuevo, Papalote Rancho Viejo, Papalotito Colorado, Paso al Solitario, Pila Montoya 2 and 3, Pila de los Muchachos, Rancherias, Rincon 1 and 2, South Leyva, Tascate 1 and 2, Vista del Bofecillos, Vista del Chisos, and Yedra 1 and 2.

    Picnic table Fire ring You must have a permit to camp at primitive road and front country campsites, and in the backcountry zone. Day-use visitors must obtain a permit before entering the park. If you plan to use the 4X4 unmaintained road, pick up and sign an Acknowledgement of Use of Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles and Motorcycles.

    Get park information and permits for day use and camping daily, in person, at three locations:

    Sauceda Ranger Station - (432) 358-4444 - in the interior of Big Bend Ranch State Park Barton Warnock Visitor Center - (432) 424-3327 - in Lajitas, TX Fort Leaton State Historic Site - (432) 229-3613 - in Presidio, TX

    Place tents in designated areas only. Desert resources are fragile. You must haul out both your human waste and trash. You can buy a portable privy at all permit-issuing stations. Downed wood is critical to desert ecology. Gathering firewood is prohibited; you must bring your own. Charcoal cooking fires and containerized fuel stoves are allowed. Pack out your ashes or deposit them in the fire ring. The maximum stay per permit is 14 nights. Individual campsites have an eight-person and three-vehicle limit. Group campsites have a 12-person and five-vehicle limit. Equestrian staging campsites have a 24-person and 12-vehicle limit.

    Highway-access camping areas are along River Road (FM 170) at Arenosa, Lower and Upper Madera (Monilla) Canyon, and at Grassy Banks River Access. One campground is on the north side of FM 170 at the Contrabando West Trailhead; it does not have river access or a toilet facility. Self-composting toilets are at Colorado Canyon, Madera Canyon, Grassy Banks and the Contrabando Movie Set site.

    No other facilities, water/electrical hookups, or dump stations are available. Due to road conditions, motor homes and large recreational vehicles may not be able to enter backcountry park areas. The Visitor’s Center at Sauceda Headquarters has shower and restrooms..

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    Camper-submitted photo at Paisano Village RV Park & Inn near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Paisano Village RV Park & Inn near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Paisano Village RV Park & Inn near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Paisano Village RV Park & Inn near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Paisano Village RV Park & Inn near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Paisano Village RV Park & Inn near Terlingua, TX

    3. Paisano Village RV Park & Inn

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    Terlingua, Texas
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    $39 - $179 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Retro Rents near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Retro Rents near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Retro Rents near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Retro Rents near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Retro Rents near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Retro Rents near Terlingua, TX

    4. Retro Rents

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    Terlingua, Texas
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    Camper-submitted photo at Tin Valley Retro Rentals near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Tin Valley Retro Rentals near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Tin Valley Retro Rentals near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Tin Valley Retro Rentals near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Tin Valley Retro Rentals near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Tin Valley Retro Rentals near Terlingua, TX

    5. Tin Valley Retro Rentals

    5 Reviews
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    Terlingua, Texas
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    $10 - $35 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at The Permaculture Oasis near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at The Permaculture Oasis near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at The Permaculture Oasis near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at The Permaculture Oasis near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at The Permaculture Oasis near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at The Permaculture Oasis near Terlingua, TX

    6. The Permaculture Oasis

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    Terlingua, Texas

    Four peaceful glampsites nestled amidst native vegetation plus three glamper units near Big Bend National Park with stunning 360° mountain views, bird migration route viewing, composting toilet and shower, picnic table, grill, fire pit, and wi-fi.

    Nearby pool, laundry, cafes, craft beer, restaurants, groceries, gas, jeep rentals, river and ATV tours, and live music 7 nights a week.

    Easy road access and on-site parking included.

    Glamp out in the Big Bend with us!

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    $45 - $65 / night

    7. Terlingua Camp Hostel

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    Terlingua, Texas

    Located in the Historic Ghost Town of Terlingua, Terlingua Camp Hostel is a ten acre campground/ music venue thats within walking distance of all the Ghost Town has to offer from restaurants and bars to art galleries and "The Porch", where locals and tourists alike mix and play music and watch the sunsets. Located 1/3 mile off the paved road, it's easy access for any vehicle and in the shadows of Big Bend National Park. Every campsite has epic views of the Chisos Mountains and Big Bend. We also offer a couple nicely appointed bedrooms outfitted from 20' shipping containers and a few rv spot are coming soon (35' max).We occasionally host house concerts and brunches and are always looking for new events to keep this place active.

    We have a nice open kitchen with everything you need to prepare and create your own meals and we encourage communal gatherings and shared experiences with others that are camping. The place is set up like a bar, made for entertaining and we strongly encourage bringing your musical instruments and sharing your talents with others. In true hostel fashion, we hope to create a community within this amazing community of like minded travelers, misfits, musicians and dreamers and share this one of a kind location in this Magical Desert.

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    Mel P.'s photo of a cabin at Mel's Place Cabin near Terlingua, TX
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    Camper-submitted photo at Mel's Place Cabin near Terlingua, TX

    8. Mel's Place Cabin

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    Terlingua, Texas

    Off grid glamping cabin for 2 adults. 325 square feet. Romantic, cozy, rustic and clean. Renovated 2021.

    Fantastic location. Close to everything! Gorgeous mountain views just 5 miles from Big Bend national park and 15 miles from Big Bend Ranch State park. Only 7 miles to the lively ghostown of Terlingua and home of the original world class chili cookoff.

    Mel's Place is private, quiet, feels remote yet only a mile or so to all the amenities you may need.

    With some of the darkest skies in the country, the stargazing here is top notch. Maybe you will see the Milky Way for the first time.

    Come to the desert and renew your spirit at Mel's Place!

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    $20 - $158 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Basecamp Terlingua — Big Bend National Park near Terlingua, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Basecamp Terlingua — Big Bend National Park near Terlingua, TX
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Recent Cabin Reviews near Terlingua, TX

106 Reviews of 9 Terlingua Campgrounds


  • Chelsey D.
    Camper-submitted photo at Tin Valley Retro Rentals near Terlingua, TX
    Nov. 27, 2018

    Tin Valley Retro Rentals

    Serene Desert Retreat

    Tin Valley is a beautiful and serene desert retreat situated in a valley, surrounded by small mountain ranges such as the Western Corrazones and Sombrero Peak. The night skies are bright and breathtaking when the weather is clear; we were lucky enough to see the Milky Way and the Leonid meteor shower during our stay. There are several sites at Tin Valley - some A frame platforms, some stationary trailers, some cars and buses that have been converted to camping trailers. There are also some stationary RVs available to rent that have running water, electricity, and a bath house. These latter RV rentals are more expensive than the more primitive sites. We booked our stay through Airbnb.

    Our camper was an old trailer that had been gutted/renovated and was outfitted with sleeping bags, extra blankets, two cots, and a propane heater (no gas provided). It was a good windbreak on the colder, chillier nights. There were some solar-powered outlets in the trailer (for charging a phone), but we didn't use them since our phones would charge in the car. I don't think they would power anything like a hair dryer, etc. The rest of the site included a trash can, a padded bench, two chairs, a picnic table, a charcoal grill, and a fire ring (wood available for purchase - I think it was $5 per bundle). There is no water at the site, but there is a sink and outdoor shower a short walk away. There is no hot water available, but it is potable. The rental included the free use of the (hot) showers at nearby (5 minute drive) Terlingua Ranch Lodge, where there is also a restaurant. There is also a portapotty a short walk away from the trailer, which was kept very clean and well-stocked with toilet paper. There is no cell service or wifi at the campsite, but free wifi is available if you walk down toward the stationary RVs.

    Getting to the site in the dark can be a little intimidating - it's West Texas, so everything is pretty spread out. The owner of the site was excellent when communicating how to find it. Google Maps will not take you to the correct place - you must print out directions before you go (cell service is very spotty out there) and watch your car's odometer. Drive slowly and carefully - lots of wild animals and winding, unpaved roads. You can safely make it to the camp site with any kind of car, though a vehicle with high clearance and/or 4-wheel drive wouldn't hurt.

    The site is about a 20-25 minute drive from Terlingua/Study Butte, and about a 30-35 minute drive to the entrance of Big Bend National Park. If you plan to stay here while visiting Big Bend, remember to factor drive time to the park and then within the park - it's a big place. The drives are beautiful, though, so it's not a chore.

    Please be aware:

    1. If you bring your own car, please check all systems before you take it out there. Our car's battery died halfway through the trip and the owner of the only auto parts store in Terlingua was out of town, so the store was closed. We had to get a jump in the park and then drive two hours north to Alpine to get a new battery.

    2. West Texas is a desert - Big Bend NP only allows 5 gallons of water per person per day at potable spigots. Please be sparing and conserve where you can. That said, it is Texas, which means it can get very hot. Bring water with you everywhere.

    3. West Texas is home to Mexican black bears, mountain lions, bobcats, coyotes, javelinas (wild hogs), every variety of venomous snake that lives in the United States, and more. It may not look like a typical "predator country," but it can be. Store food in hard-shell enclosed spaces, like your trailer or car. Bear boxes are not available at sites, but they are available in the national park. Watch carefully for snakes on dry ground at the site (rattlesnakes, copperheads, coral snakes) and in water (cottonmouths, water moccasins).

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    Camper-submitted photo at Tin Valley Retro Rentals near Terlingua, TX
    Mar. 13, 2021

    Tin Valley Retro Rentals

    Tin Valley Retro Rentals is a diamond in the rough!

    Tin Valley Retro Rentals is a diamond in the rough! Owner Ronda has transformed Airstreams, buses, retro RV’s, and even a VW Beetle (the Cuddlebug) and Land Yacht into amazing places to stay. At Tin Valley you’ll share your stay with a donkey, some pigs, chickens, dogs and cats. It’s a pet friendly atmosphere. Along with the retro rentals and tent sites there’s amazing RV parking and new to Tin Valley, Van Lifer parking spaces. This is not your standard RV park, the RV parking spaces are spread out not packed in tightly. The sites are spread out so you’re not looking directly into your neighbor’s window but instead at the immaculate unobstructed view of the surrounding mountains. Two of the tent sites have their own artistic touch complete with A-Frame style lodging so you can leave the tent home if you’d like. The Land Yacht site is the only clothing optional site here as well, where you can feel free to feel free. Each site has it’s own fire pit and charcoal grill. There’s an outdoor shower here, or nearby showers, laundry, pool and cafe at the neighboring Terlingua Ranch. Artist Jules Muck has put her own touch on Tin Valley transforming what would normally be just a renovated RV into a work of art. Stars will shine brighter here than you’ve ever seen before without the city light pollution nearby and it’s an amazing sight. You can hike up the two mountains closest or take a walk around Tin Valley. Take time to head to Big Bend national or state parks in the Terlingua area. The center of Terlingua also has a ghost town complete with walking tour. In that area you’ll find bars and restaurants, Cottonwood, the nearest grocery store, or the closest place to fill up on gas. A visit to Terlingua and Tin Valley Retro Rentals won’t disappoint. You won’t’ find another place this original, or with this much space to rent to call your own as an RV’er, camper, or retro renter. Check out tinvalleyretrorentals.com or Tin Valley Retro Rentals on Facebook.

  • Michelle H.
    Camper-submitted photo at Retro Rents near Terlingua, TX
    Mar. 4, 2021

    Retro Rents

    Great Walkability and Local Feel

    They do indeed still have full hook-up rental spaces for travel trailers! We have a 27’ and we were fine (maybe call if you are one of those big fifth wheels to be sure). Terlingua’s a funny place in the best way possible so your not gonna fine incredible signal or high speed internet in these parts but my husband was still able to work full time online from here. The owners are super sweet and her art studio is worth checking out. We walked to a bar every other night and it’s easy access to hike Big Bend daily.

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    Camper-submitted photo at Paisano Village RV Park & Inn near Terlingua, TX
    May. 13, 2022

    Paisano Village RV Park & Inn

    Campsite in the desert

    Very nice 50amp, full hook ups. Very nice bathhouse, fully stocked with sample sized accessories. Easy in, easy out. Great homebase for visiting Terlingua & Big Beand.

  • Bounding Around The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo at Retro Rents near Terlingua, TX
    Nov. 1, 2019

    Retro Rents

    Great location in Terlingua

    We wanted to spend time in Big Bend, but also wanted to be able to have cell service for the work week.  This campground mostly rents out trailers, but they do have 2 RV spots.  We were lucky to get one of them!  The owners are really nice and the location is super convenient to check out the bars and restaurants of Terlingua.  We used this as our jumping off point for Big Bend explorations.  It was a bit of a drive into the park, but worth it to us to be able to have a solid work week with cell service.  We also enjoyed checking out downtown Terlingua.  There is a shower/bathroom here and it was kept really clean.  If we are ever back in the area we would absolutely stay here again!

  • Daniel S.
    Camper-submitted photo at Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park near Terlingua, TX
    Oct. 14, 2017

    Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park

    Love Big Bend!

    Camping here was decent. We absolutely love Big Bend. We were able to find free camping in the park but this place was worth the money.

    Theres picnic tables, fire rings, bathrooms, running water, maybe 40 or 50 sites. We were able to find some hot springs in the Rio Grande river, in the park which was fantastic. We also walked in to mexico and spent the day over there. Its hot during the day and cold at night. Amazing hiking, biking, swimming, and site seeing. Big Bend NP is least visited NP and most re-visited. That says a lot about the place.

    Also terlingua texas and the ghost town are a hoot. All kinds of cool off grid homes, artists, and musicians. These places are a drive from the campground and outside the NP.

    Cheers!

  • Macel C.
    Camper-submitted photo at Eco-Ranch Sustainable Living Educational Center near Terlingua, TX
    Mar. 24, 2022

    Eco-Ranch Sustainable Living Educational Center

    It’s out there nowhere !!!

    This is a great place for dispersed camping. The road in is dirt single track with a few wash out and little steep hills. Low profile vehicles, I would not recommend. Check campsite for proper directions for those pulling travel trailers. On site, there is a bathroom and shower…, but need to check with camp host because water is a premium “ it the desert”. We loved it. It is about 30mins out from Study Butte/Terlingua -got to love the name. We highly recommended Big Bend Boating and Hiking Company… Check these guys out.

  • Chris P.
    Camper-submitted photo at Tin Valley Retro Rentals near Terlingua, TX
    Jul. 25, 2019

    Tin Valley Retro Rentals

    Stayed in an old Airstream!

    Had a great time staying in the “Streaker” at Tin Valley Retro Rentals 6/21-24. Highly recommend as an escape from your daily routine. Rhonda is very cool and will make sure all of your needs are met. The star viewing cannot be beat!

  • Shari  G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo at Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park near Terlingua, TX
    Mar. 1, 2021

    Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park

    Gorgeous Setting!

    Getting to Big Bend National Park is part of the adventure, it is nowhere near anything other than itself, but for those who go, it’s so worth the effort. If you are going to camp in Big Bend National Park, make sure you spend a couple of nights in Chisos Basin. It is the quintessential National Park Campground – full stop. Neither the approach, climbing 2,000ft of winding switch back nor the campsites themselves are optimal(nor recommended) for any trailer longer than 20 feet. Our site (#22) just barely accommodated our tiny 15-foot trailer. So, take the size limitations on the website at their word. 

    Fortunately, the camp host was completely on the ball, and moved us to a larger site that became available for 2 nights of our stay. When we first arrived in Big Bend back in 2013, we were able to get a campsite without a reservation, but those days are gone. Most of these campsites are reserved 6 months out, so plan ahead.  We snagged what had to have been a cancellation, just a few days ahead of time.  The campsites all have burly shade structures over the picnic tables, which are perfect for hammocking, as well as bear food containers. There’s not a lot of privacy between the sites, so you just have to go with the flow and get in to the communal vibe of the place. If you do, you’ll enjoy yourself all the more. 

    Curmudgeons can go and rent one of the beautiful stone cottages available at the Chisos Mountain Lodge. The campground lies in the basin of the Chisos Mountains. Everywhere you look is worthy of a picture, and it’s difficult to know where to stop taking them, but they won’t do it justice. 

    The hiking, right from the campground, is among the finest in the park. We highly recommend the strenuous, all-day, South Rim loop – an epic day well spent and views worth all the trouble it takes to get there. 

    There is a visitor’s center a short walk away from the campground where you can get all the park information and necessary permits. In addition, there’s a small grocery store with ice, beer and wine as well as a few other necessary essentials. Gas can be found near Panther Junction, the main Visitor’s Center in the park. Otherwise, the town of Study Butte, some 25 miles away offers more opportunities for groceries, gas and supplies.

    If you haven’t made any reservations yet because everything is full up, check out the nearby Texas State Park, of Big Bend Ranch. There are many campsites which lies along the Rio Grande river, just off of a well-maintained paved road that goes between Terlingua and Presidio, TX. The visitor’s center, where you get your camping permits, is located on the Terlingua side of the park, you can’t get permits in Presidio, so plan ahead!

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    Camper-submitted photo at Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park near Terlingua, TX
    Jun. 15, 2018

    Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park

    Awesome views, cool air and just a little cramped

    The Chisos Basin in Big Bend National Park is cool whether you’re in a tent or a camper. It has a ton of pros: bathrooms close by, being the coolest place in the park (serious bonus in the summertime), close proximity to hiking trails (don’t miss the Window trail!!!) and it close enough to the Chisos Basin restaurant and store you could walk if you’re feeling ambitious (it IS uphill haha!). My only complaint for this campground is how cramped it feels! If you’re trying to get away from it all and feel open space around you Chisos may not be your best bet. Sites are small and very close together.

  • Andrea P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo at Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park near Terlingua, TX
    Jul. 8, 2019

    Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park

    Life changing. NP not SP.

    The views here will change your life. Personally stayed at the Chiso Mountains campground think it’s the most scenic of the two campgrounds they have. The other campground has the store and I believe showers.

    Best time to go is when the season just starts in my opinion which is fall early winter. Especially if you stay in the mountains campground. It’s cool/cold at night and hit during the day.

    The hot spring is a must. The road to the trail is quite scary if you have anything bigger than a standard car. Your up against a wall on one side and a drop off of 20 feet on the other.

    If you really want to test your endurance, the lost mine trail goes up a mountain. Well worth the treck. Take your time and you will get to the top.

    If your over camping in tents and RVs, they also have a lodge in the Chiso Mountains, about a two minute drive from the campground. It has a restaurant as well as a gift shop.

    There is only one gas station there so expect high prices.

    Terlingua is the closest town and my group had dinner, and checked out the ghost town.

    Please not, skunks are not afraid of you and they will check out your campsite whether you like it or not.

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    Camper-submitted photo at Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park near Terlingua, TX
    Jun. 30, 2016

    Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park

    Big Bend Ranch State Park

    Big Bend Ranch State Park was pretty neat. I stayed out there 4 days and 3 nights. The nights were nice and cool but the days were pretty hot! Maybe around 110? 113? There is hardly any shade out there so make sure to take a big hat a LOTS of water!! One place worth visiting in the park is the Salitario! It is pretty amazing!! But before you go and see it make sure to find a picture of an aerial view! It is pretty fascinating to see it from a different point of view. Wildlife- we only saw a snake, javelinas, and deer when first entering the park. At night coyotes surround you and it sounds creepy but yet so neat! This park is very peaceful and quiet. If you love the desert life, defiantly a great place to get away and take some time off!

  • Russell The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo at Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park near Terlingua, TX
    Jan. 20, 2022

    Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park

    Chorro Vista

    We have recovered from our shake out trip to Big Bend Ranch State Park, Chorro Vista Camp Site. Yes we did a shake out in the most remote camp site, in the most remote State park in Texas. Texas Parks& Wildlife Dept calls this"the other side of No Where" and says bring TWO spare tires and they mean both. The 4x4 trail to get to the camp site was exhilarating, both the scenery and driving what they call maintained road. Want some real fun try the unmaintained 4X4 roads....we had a mountain goat tell us we were crazy for drive up there. If you care about your paint don't drive these roads, but if West Texas Pin Striping is a badge of honor this is for you. The Falcon Pro was awesome, if we would have had the old truck bed tent, it would have been in Mexico after the winds Friday night, as it was I was trying to figure out self rescue when the winds blew the truck over....but we made it. Then Saturday night the temps dropped to 15 degrees and us without a heater again did OK. We got some sleep Sunday night. The days were great some of the most rugged hiking ever...and the views, AMAZING. What a great experience, cant wait to get back out there.

  • Steve & Ashley  G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo at Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park near Terlingua, TX
    May. 26, 2019

    Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park

    Incredible Desert Camping

    This is one of my favorite Texas campsites. If you love the desert and big Texas sunsets this is the place to camp. You will need a high clearance vehicle and experience camping in dispersed desert sites. Each site has a picnic table and a fire ring, otherwise you need to bring everything including water and a toilet. The ranger station is about 25 miles off the highway on a rough washboard road. Sections of the smaller roads which lead to campsites required 4x4 vehicles. Our Sprinter 4x4 has no problem making it to our site which was about 12 miles off the highway. The variety of desert cactuses was amazing. We visited in April and it was very hot in the day. So, you will need to time the visit carefully has the summer temps can exceed 100 most days. We also experienced a lot of bees in the spring from the flowers Ocotillo plants.

  • k
    Camper-submitted photo at Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park near Terlingua, TX
    Jun. 17, 2016

    Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park

    Chisos

    One of my favorite in Texas but the down side is that it fills up very quickly. Its happened to me multiple times and had to go to other campsites in the park that is not as good. The restrooms is pretty nice and clean. There are grills. The best part is that the sky is super clear so you can see the milky way.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo at Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park near Terlingua, TX
    May. 26, 2021

    Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park

    Tascate

    We were here 2/20/21 to 2/26/21. Weather was great, mid 70's during the day, 40 to 50 at night. 

    Horrible roads, takes forever to get anywhere! We loved the Isolation, saw very few people unless we went into the Ranger Station. Bathrooms and showers very clean, although never used showers. Bring tons of water! Can get more at Ranger station and also decent WIFI there. Free Ice is a huge bonus!

    Had Texas Longhorns in camp. We have a Truck Camper on a Silverado 3500 and originally reserved Yedra 1. We were talked out of that site by a ranger and ended up in Tascate 1 instead which was just fine. We tried driving into Yedra later in our stay and turned around, so glad we didn't end up there.

    Trails are plentiful and fantastic. The scenery fantastic. Be sure to bring everything you need food and alcohol wise!

    Also, if you have the Texas state park pass, you don't pay the daily fees and you get discounted camping on at least one night plus discounts on gift store items. Was well worth it

  • Brent F.
    Camper-submitted photo at Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park near Terlingua, TX
    Apr. 16, 2019

    Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park

    Wonderful national park campground

    Beautiful views, great facilities, and awesome weather. Big Bend National Park is one of the best stops in Texas, hands down, and the Chisos Basin Campground is the best spot in the park. To the east, the campground is shadowed by Casa Grande, the largest peak in the Chisos. To the west you have the Window, an awesome cut in the basin that lets the sun peek through a little longer in the evenings.

  • Dash G.
    Camper-submitted photo at Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park near Terlingua, TX
    Jul. 30, 2018

    Interior Primitive Sites — Big Bend Ranch State Park

    BBRSP!

    BBRSP is quite possibly our favorite park in Texas. The draw is that there is far fewer foot traffic than BBNP - so much solitute. We camped at Fresno Vista and backpacked the Rincon Loop from the Barton Warnock Station... about 30 miles in 3days/2nights. Wifi at the Ranger stations and a shower at the Sauceda Station. If you have any questions don't hesitate to call the Ranger stations. Water near the Crawford Smith house.

  • Sara B.
    Camper-submitted photo at Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park near Terlingua, TX
    Nov. 18, 2022

    Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park

    Tight spots but the views and hikes are worth it!

    We stayed in Chisos Basin for two nights in our Airstream Basecamp 20x and had a great time (for anyone worried about the drive, you'll need to be careful but we found it doable). We knew before we booked that the spots would be tight and we'd be close to our neighbors, but that didn't stop us from having a great time. The bathrooms were clean and the campground hosts were friendly, and we loved that the trailhead for the Window Trail was right in the campground. Probably not our favorite Texas campground (that would probably be in Caprock Canyons State Park) but definitely plan on visiting again in the future.

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo at Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park near Terlingua, TX
    Jun. 14, 2016

    Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park

    Big Bend National Park

    Big Bend National Park is a beautiful place to visit and stay at if you're ever in West Texas! During the day some of the best places to visit (there's to many to list) are the Hot Spring located right on the Rio Grande, Santa Elena Canyon, The Window Trail, Tuff Canyon, Dog Canyon, Cattail Falls and of course the Chisos Mountains. At night time you must stay awake to see all the beautiful stars! The milky way is easy to see and the stars are so bright! River trips are available and are super fun! If you're lucky, you might spot all the beautiful wildlife! The temperature is definitely hot in that area, but I've loved all the adventures Big Bend has had to offer!

  • Louise S.
    Camper-submitted photo at Retro Rents near Terlingua, TX
    Oct. 19, 2020

    Retro Rents

    10/18/20 they no longer have RV sites available

    Just an update that we contacted Retro Rents and were advised that they no longer have RV sites for rent. Lots of rvs on site to rent but no open spaces.

  • Grady D.
    Camper-submitted photo at Paisano Village RV Park & Inn near Terlingua, TX
    Nov. 13, 2021

    Paisano Village RV Park & Inn

    Great RV Park for access to Big Bend NP

    Ken & Rosa made sure we had good hookups & the restroom with shower on the East side were great. The Little Dipper food truck was great, good breakfast & street tacos.

  • Austin D.
    Camper-submitted photo at Paisano Village RV Park & Inn near Terlingua, TX
    Nov. 14, 2021

    Paisano Village RV Park & Inn

    Helpful Staff!

    Brand new site just built on the other side of the road. Full hook ups and nice shower house/bathroom. The Little Dipper food truck has amazing food. Had a phone fall down one of the pillar supports for the water line and had the host work with us late at night to fish it out!

  • Kera P.
    Camper-submitted photo at Paisano Village RV Park & Inn near Terlingua, TX
    Nov. 24, 2020

    Paisano Village RV Park & Inn

    Close to Big Bend

    Good views, right off the road, close to Big Bend NP and the beautiful state park scenic drive area. Unfortunately I only took pictures of the beautiful Longhorns on location, but they were so cool!

  • Tumbleweed P.
    Camper-submitted photo at Paisano Village RV Park & Inn near Terlingua, TX
    Oct. 21, 2022

    Paisano Village RV Park & Inn

    Awesome little RV Park

    Right down the road from Big Bend entrance. We backed into our spot and left the shades open not wanting to miss the beautiful view all around. Their Bathroom/Shower room super nice, the rain shower is amazing!!! We use T-Mobile and service was good. Great wifi. If I ever needed anything from the office I would just text Erica, she’s the best. Zero complaints 👍👍


Guide to Terlingua

Experience the beauty of cabin camping near Terlingua, Texas, where stunning landscapes and unique accommodations await. Enjoy a blend of comfort and adventure in this remarkable desert region.

Cabins are available at Tin Valley Retro Rentals

  • At Tin Valley Retro Rentals, you can stay in creatively transformed Airstreams and retro RVs, offering a unique camping experience surrounded by breathtaking mountain views.
  • The site features a pet-friendly atmosphere, allowing you to bring your furry friends along for the adventure.
  • Enjoy the serene desert environment, perfect for stargazing and immersing yourself in nature's beauty.

Cabin campers like these nearby activities

  • Explore the stunning trails of Big Bend National Park, just a short drive from Chisos Basin Campground, where you can hike and take in panoramic views of the Chisos Mountains.
  • Visit the local ghost town in Terlingua, where you can experience the rich history and vibrant culture of the area while enjoying the unique atmosphere.
  • Take a scenic drive through the picturesque landscapes surrounding Paisano Village RV Park & Inn, making stops to capture the stunning desert vistas.

Enjoy the amenities at these cabin camping spots

  • Mel's Place Cabin offers a peaceful retreat with stunning mountain views, perfect for those seeking privacy and tranquility.
  • Experience modern conveniences at Paisano Village RV Park & Inn, featuring clean bathrooms and showers, along with full hookups for RVs.
  • Relax in the unique atmosphere of Retro Rents, where you can enjoy a blend of comfort and local charm while being close to Terlingua's vibrant community.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Terlingua, TX?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Terlingua, TX is Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, Tx) — Big Bend National Park with a 4.6-star rating from 69 reviews.

  • What is the best site to find cabin camping near Terlingua, TX?

    TheDyrt.com has all 9 cabin camping locations near Terlingua, TX, with real photos and reviews from campers.