State Park
Tierra del Sol Basecamp
Alpine, TX
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- Address:Alpine, TX
About
Camp in the Southwestern Texas Desert outside of Big Bend at Tierra Del Sol. This primitive campsite sits below the Bofecillos Mountains in the Terlingua Ranch. It gives you immediate access to the surrounding area including the rafting, hiking, biking, horseback riding, and scenic sightseeing. Use this desert camp spot as your base camp while visiting Big Bend.
This primitive campsite has no amenities aside from the beautiful desert scenery, quietness and tranquility so be ready to rough it with your own shelter, food, water, cookware, toiletries, etc.
During spring the winds can pick up, so ensure you properly secure your tent. Wind mostly blows east to west. Tierra del Sol Basecamp is located within Terlingua Ranch and all surrounding property is private property. Please remain within the boundaries of the property when exploring the area.
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Amenities
Fire Rings
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
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