View our resident Texas Longhorn steers and horses in the restored nineteenth century stock pens. The area is not only famous for its rich ranching history but also for its diverse geology and awesome night skies.Įnjoy the Terrymar Pavilion for group gatherings, picnicking or taking in the panoramic views, phenomenal night skies, sunrises and sunsets. Within 25 miles of Big Bend National Park, Big Bend Ranch State Park, Terlingua Ghost Town, Rio Grande outfitters and river access. Located 25 miles north of Terlingua, TX on State Highway 118, close to the historic Comanche Trail, under the brilliant west Texas stars and below famous Nine Point Mesa. But our intention is always to provide secluded, low-density accommodations for folks who are respectful of the land. Bring sturdy shoes and a flashlight, and stay on the paths!įuture plans for the property include a few more campsites and better amenities. There are critters, rocks, plants with thorns, slippery slopes, sink holes, rusted artifacts and broken glass from decades long past. And we are applying for dark sky certification from the Texan By Nature program.īear in mind that this is the desert, in all its rugged glory.
We use shielded LED lighting around buildings and pathways to cut down on light pollution and optimize stargazing opportunities for our astrotourists. West Texas is one of the best places in the United States to view the Milky Way (both Big Bend parks are certified as International Dark Sky parks). The arts, history, and entertainment of Terlingua Ghost Town are just 2 miles away. Located just 7 miles from Big Bend National Park, and 12 miles from the visitors' center at Big Bend Ranch State Park, it is a perfect base from which to explore all the hiking, boating, and scenic beauty that West Texas is known for. We offer a quiet and uniquely private setting with stunning views of the Chisos Mountains. In 2019 I retired here from NYC, and began exploring possibilities for sustainable tourism. I bought the 40-acre property in 1986 and began restoring and rebuilding. Like most ruins in the Ghost Town, my stone house was built in the early 1900s to house a miner’s family from the nearby Rainbow Mine.
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