Terlingua, TX

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Sunset over Field in Terlingua, Texas
The Rio Grande River winds 12 miles down Santa Elena Canyon in Big Bend National Park, Texas. When the water is high you can come down the 1,500 foot walled canyon. With less water flowing, guides take you 3 to 4 miles up the canyon with some spots having to portage. But take it all in stride because the views are breathtaking. I recommend Big Bend River Tours. You might get lucky and have the guides that take you a half mile up a side canyon. An excellent day excursion in the out of the way national park.
View from the mouth of Santa Elena Canyon in Big Bend
Santa Elena Canyon 05-17-2017
Santa Elena Canyon is one of three narrow canyons that the Rio Grande has created in what is now Big Bend National Park, Texas.

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Terlingua Ranch Lodge

Terlingua Ranch Lodge

3 out of 5
16000 Terlingua Ranch Rd Terlingua TX
The price is AED 440 per night from Mar 28 to Mar 29
AED 440
AED 497 total
28 Mar - 29 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Terlingua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (589 reviews)
Beautiful mountains!

Reviewed on 14 March 2026

Terlingua Ranch Lodge
Big Bend Station

Big Bend Station

2 out of 5
53623 Texas 118 Terlingua TX
The price is AED 583 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
AED 583
AED 659 total
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Terlingua. Enjoy free parking, a snack bar/deli, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Big Bend Library and Many Stones are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (187 reviews)
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and had everything needed for our stay. Easy access to Big Bend National Park. The site offers a breakfast buffet that is a good value. Deli sandwiches are also available in their restaurant during lunch time. Nearby restaurants are also good, but ...

Reviewed on 16 March 2026

Big Bend Station
Chisos Mining Co Motel

Chisos Mining Co Motel

2 out of 5
23280 FM170 Terlingua TX
The price is AED 372 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
AED 372
AED 420 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Terlingua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Big Bend Library and Many Stones are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (61 reviews)
Good location

Reviewed on 15 March 2026

Chisos Mining Co Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Terlingua Nights Cabins

Terlingua Nights Cabins

2 out of 5
53595 TX-118 Terlingua TX
Stay at this campground in Terlingua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hiking/biking on site. Popular attractions Big Bend Library and Many Stones are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (131 reviews)
Wonder location, clean room, great host!

Reviewed on 3 March 2026

Terlingua Nights Cabins
Stardust Big Bend Luxury A-Frames

Stardust Big Bend Luxury A-Frames

4 out of 5
23121 FM170 Terlingua TX
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Terlingua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Big Bend Library and Starlight ...
10/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Our stay was wonderful. The staff checked on us throughout our stay. The cabin was clean, bed was comfortable and of course the view was amazing.

Reviewed on 25 February 2026

Stardust Big Bend Luxury A-Frames
Terlingua Casita de Chiles Barndominium

Terlingua Casita de Chiles Barndominium

TERLINGUA TX
Stay at this apartment in Terlingua. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews.
10/10 Exceptional! (224 reviews)
Everything was as expected. Enjoyed hot tub while viewing stars. Hosts were very nice and helpful. Highly recommend property.

Reviewed on 11 March 2026

Terlingua Casita de Chiles Barndominium
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Terlingua

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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
34
5 - Excellent 43%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 35%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 9%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 6%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 6%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I always stop at the Trading Company!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Very small village, wish I had more time to explore the ghost town.

5/5 - Excellent

Jerry

Recommend to anyone

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Awesome ghost town.

5/5 - Excellent

Leo,gfatherof3

Have the chili as often as possible. My wife and grandkids are still talking about how great it was and we want to go back for that alone.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It was a very interesting town.