places to stay and play in and around the festivals
The Terlingua Music Bash
Disclaimer! We do our best to keep this updated but please be sure to confirm with the host!
There are great places to stay, play and eat in and around Terlingua and lots of places to hike, bike, raft/ kayak, pick some music with friends, stargaze, chill . . .
Whether this is your first trip to the Big Bend or a favorite destination, please remember to be mindful of the place itself, people's private property and the fragility of this precious landscape. Bring lots of water. (Think you're bringing enough? Bring more). If you're allergic to any type of stings, bring your remedies. Fill up your car with gas in Alpine or Presidio. While there's one station here in the Terlingua area and another in Lajitas (a further 12 miles), they can run out (especially during the holidays, spring break, etc.). The Terlingua Trading Company has a great "walking map" of the Ghost Town. Barton Warnock Visitor Center and Desert Sports
have great information about the area in general
(be sure to check out Desert Sports for bike trails and river trips, too).
Have other recommendations for places in or near Terlingua? email sha@faroutbooking.com and we'll do our best to get it posted.
Places to stay - motels and Airbnb
Big Bend Holiday Hotel * - Lovely motel rooms and
awesome rentals sleeping 1 to 12+
Leapin' Lizard Guest House and Campsite
The Boathouse Bar and Bungalows
Kosmic Kathy's Kabins (Kathy has two properties)
Big Bend Station (motel and RV)
Deep Rock (Unit A or B)
Retro Rents (several spots available . . . like Rosie)
Places to stay - campsites/ RV hookup
Big Bend Station (motel and RV)
Big Bend National Park All about eating and sleeping at BBNP The NP has cabins (usually booked WAY in advance) as well as tent camping and RV.
Big Bend Ranch State Park: You need to make camping reservations online (Texas State Parks) or by phone (512) 389-8900. The state park is about 12 miles west of Terlingua. Be sure to ask about amenities.
Have or know of a place near Terlingua? email sha@faroutbooking.com and we'll do our best to get it posted.
Places to play
There is so much to do and see around Terlingua and the Big Bend (day or night). Day hikes or even a day trip on the River! Here are some links you might want to check out.
Desert Sports - check 'em out for river trips, mountain biking, hikes, etc. Some of the best trails in the world are out here.
Places to eat
DB's Rustic Iron BBQ (also has a full bar and music most nights)
Far Flung Outdoor Center has a great coffee shop (with some of the best breakfast muffins in the Big Bend!)
High Sierra (beer/ wine/ music most nights)
Bars
The Boathouse Bar and Bungalows - The Boat usually has Open Mic on Wednesdays. Give them a call if you're traveling a distance to confirm. (432) 371-2338
Music venues - too many to mention but The Starlight and Boathouse have music almost every night. Check their Facebook pages for up-to-date information.
Live at the Donkey Shack, New Folk Old Folk and more
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While there aren't motels in Fischer, there are wonderful accommodations in Canyon Lake, Wimberley, etc.
There are some Airbnb options in and around Fischer, hoewver: Airbnb options in Fischer
The Claire
(formerly Canyon Lake Cabins & Cottages)
Wimberley
Blanco
Blanco River motel (14 miles from Fischer)
Blanco County Inn (14 miles from Fischer)
Camping
(other than at Solis Field across from Fischer Hall during
Cabin 10 events)
Blanco State Park (https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/blanco/fees-facilities/campsites
Cranes Mill Park – Canyon Lake https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234726
Potters Creek Park – Canyon Lake https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234181
We understand there are some limitations at Potters Creek around when their gates lock so be sure to check that out before making reservations!