Big Bend has 3 completely different ecosystems with too many trails to list. But here are our top 3:

Santa Elena Canyon Trail (Rio Grande) Distance: 1.5 miles. Difficulty: Easy for all ages.

Lost Mine Trail (Chisos Mountains) Distance: 4.8 miles. Difficulty: Moderate.

Window Trail (Chisos Basin) Distance: 5.2 miles. Difficulty: Moderate.

Check-in: 3PM CST

Check-Out: 10AM CST

14 days or less before arrival — no refund or reschedule.

15 — 29 days before arrival — 50% ($45 cancellation fee or reservation change per room applies)

30 days or more before arrival date — 100% refund ($45 cancellation fee or reservation change per room applies)

*Unfortunately, we cannot make exceptions to the policy for area power outages, weather, nature, WiFi outages, park closures, illness, or other things that are beyond our control. For added peace of mind, we encourage guests to consider purchasing third-party travel insurance, which may provide coverage for unexpected travel disruptions.

Our rates can vary depending on casita and the time of year. The advantage of booking directly from our site is you’re just paying for the room and a one-time cleaning fee.

We do have the fastest Wi-Fi in Terlingua. However, we are in the desert and the wi-fi in general for the area can’t be guaranteed 100% throughout your stay.

We love pets, but our casitas are not pet-friendly. For reasons beyond our control, we do not allow pets on the property. There is $350 violation fee of our no-pet policy (including emotional support animals. Please reach out if you are traveling with a certified-service animal.

Yes — Terlingua and Big Bend can be an amazing experience for all ages, especially kids. Please be mindful, our casitas are designed to sleep two comfortably though.

Starlight Theatre, Espresso Y Poco Màs (great breakfast), Chili Pepper Cafe, Big Bend Motor Inn Cafe, Taqueria El Milagro.

Aside from the one lodge in the Big Bend National Park, a lot of travelers come to Ghost Town Terlingua for accommodations and hotels, such as Ghost Town Casitas. Where we have the comfortable Casa Piedra and luxurious Desert Pearl and Big Bend’s Mirror Cabin also known as The Ghost House.

While the fall and spring can be some of the more popular times, hotels and airbnb spots like Casa Piedra & Desert Pearl find themselves booked almost year-round.

There are great restaurant options near Big Bend National Park in Terlingua Ghost Town. You have Taqueria El Milagro, Startlight Theatre for dinner and Espresso Y Poco Mas for breakfast and coffee.

The world-famous Terlingua International Chili Cook-Off takes place November 4 – November 7, 2026. It draws visitors from around the globe for chili competitions, live music, and desert nightlife. Ghost Town Casitas is an ideal base for the event since it’s just a 9-minute drive from the event.

Spring, Fall, and Winter are the best seasons to visit this outstanding location for gorgeous stargazing. However, summer is known for some of the darkest skygazing skies.

We are more than happy to help any questions you may have about our casitas or the Terlingua and Big Bend area in general. You can reach us at info@ghosttowncasitas.com or text us at 432-244-1120.

Yes. Guests staying at Desert Pearl have access to a complimentary Tesla Wall Connector during their stay.

The Tesla charger is located on the Ghost Town Casitas property and is available exclusively for registered guests staying at The Desert Pearl.

The charger provides convenient overnight charging for Tesla vehicles, allowing you to wake up with a full battery before exploring Big Bend National Park. Non-Tesla electric vehicles may also be able to use the charger with a compatible adapter, depending on the vehicle.

Desert Pearl is located approximately 10 minutes (7.8 miles) from the west entrance of Big Bend National Park, making it a convenient base for EV travelers visiting the park.

Yes! Each accommodation at Ghost Town Casitas includes a private outdoor fire pit. Perfect for relaxing under Terlingua's famously dark night skies and stargazing after a day exploring Big Bend National Park!

Yes. Several accommodations at Ghost Town Casitas (Casa Piedra & Desert Pearl) feature private outdoor showers where you can shower beneath the wide-open West Texas sky. Each outdoor shower is completely private and designed to let guests experience the beauty of Terlingua while enjoying modern comforts. It's one of the most memorable amenities for visitors exploring Big Bend National Park.