Terlingua

Travel Guide

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.
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.
Big Bend Station

Big Bend Station

2 out of 5
53623 Texas 118 Terlingua TX
The price is RM696 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
RM696
RM787 total
6 Mar - 7 Mar
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! (142 reviews)
Clean

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Big Bend Station
Terlingua Ranch Lodge

Terlingua Ranch Lodge

3 out of 5
16000 Terlingua Ranch Rd Terlingua TX
The price is RM525 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
RM525
RM594 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
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.
8.4/10 Very Good! (559 reviews)
It is very nice lodge in such remote area. We had strong internet. The night sky is beautiful and clear you can see so many starts

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Terlingua Ranch Lodge
Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa

Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
21701 FM 170 Terlingua TX
The price is RM636 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
RM636
RM719 total
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (926 reviews)
Diamond in the rough

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa
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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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
Clean room and awesome place. The hosts let us check in early, which was a big plus. When we had trouble with the stove, help was sent right away. The host was responsive and checked in to make sure everything was okay. At night, we got to see the stars blanketing the sky, which was a beautiful bonus. ...

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Stardust Big Bend Luxury A-Frames
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (130 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Terlingua Nights Cabins
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Popular places to visit

View from the mouth of Santa Elena Canyon in Big Bend

Santa Elena Canyon

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Santa Elena Canyon during your travels in Terlingua. Amble around this relaxing area's parks or seek out the golf courses.

Santa Elena Canyon
Many Colors Cliffs

Many Stones

Enjoy an outing to Many Stones during your stay in Terlingua. Discover the area's stargazing spots and desert landscape.

Many Stones

Barton Warnock Visitor Center

Explore the great outdoors at Barton Warnock Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Lajitas. You can seek out the golf courses and hiking trails in this relaxing area.

Barton Warnock Visitor Center

Big Bend Library

Big Bend Library is just one of the places to see in Terlingua, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the gardens or discover the area's stargazing spots.

Big Bend Library

Starlight Theatre

You can find out about the history of Terlingua with a visit to Starlight Theatre. Wander the gardens or discover the area's stargazing spots.

Starlight Theatre

Mesa de Anguilla

You can take time to visit Mesa de Anguilla during your travels to Terlingua. Amble around this relaxing area's parks or seek out the golf courses.

Mesa de Anguilla
Big Bend National Park showing tranquil scenes, mountains and a sunset

Big Bend National Park