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Sunset over Field in Terlingua, Texas
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
Terlingua Ranch Lodge

Terlingua Ranch Lodge

3 out of 5
16000 Terlingua Ranch Rd Terlingua TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,138 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
฿4,138
฿4,676 total
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Terlingua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (572 reviews)
The room was lovely. My 3 star rating is because the location of the ranch is very isolated and that was not made clear in the booking. It is a 18 mile road off of the main road with the last 3 miles a dirt road. Hard to get to and when we arrived, their restaurant/cafe was closed for renovations ...

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Terlingua Ranch Lodge
Big Bend Station

Big Bend Station

2 out of 5
53623 Texas 118 Terlingua TX
The price is ฿5,484 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
฿5,484
฿6,197 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! (159 reviews)
Best location, close to the park, clean room, friendly staff, can't complaint with the price !

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Big Bend Station
Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa

Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
21701 FM 170 Terlingua TX
Stay at this spa resort in Terlingua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (936 reviews)
Everything and everyone was wonderful

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa
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 campsite in Terlingua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hiking/biking on-site. Popular attractions Big Bend Library and Many Stones are located ...
Terlingua Nights Cabins
Stardust Big Bend Luxury A-Frames

Stardust Big Bend Luxury A-Frames

4 out of 5
23121 FM170 Terlingua TX
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Terlingua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Big Bend Library and Starlight ...
10/10 Exceptional! (43 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 Feb 2026

Stardust Big Bend Luxury A-Frames
Stardust Big Bend Container Home

Stardust Big Bend Container Home

4 out of 5
23121 FM170 Terlingua TX
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Terlingua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium bedding. Popular attractions Big Bend Library and Starlight ...
Stardust Big Bend Container Home
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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