From the road, this spot offers a spectacular view into the canyon below.
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Lajitas Golf Resort & Spa
#1 of 1 speciality lodging in Lajitas
235 Reviews
Last reviewed 26 May 2012
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El Dorado Hotel
#1 of 9 hotels in Terlingua, TX
63 Reviews
Last reviewed 24 May 2012
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Chisos Mountain Lodge
#1 of 5 in Big Bend National Park, TX
161 Reviews
Last reviewed 22 May 2012
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Chisos Mining Company Motel
#4 of 9 hotels in Terlingua, TX
61 Reviews
Last reviewed 20 May 2012
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Upstairs at the Mansion
#2 of 5 speciality lodging in Terlingua
63 Reviews
Last reviewed 17 May 2012
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Marathon Motel
#2 of 2 hotels in Marathon, TX
45 Reviews
Last reviewed 15 May 2012
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Wildhorse Station
#3 of 9 hotels in Terlingua, TX
12 Reviews
Last reviewed 12 May 2012
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Longhorn Ranch Motel
#5 of 9 hotels in Terlingua, TX
28 Reviews
Last reviewed 1 May 2012
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La Posada Milagro
#1 of 2 B&Bs / inns in Terlingua, TX
26 Reviews
Last reviewed 19 Apr 2012
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Big Bend Resort And Adventures
#8 of 9 hotels in Terlingua, TX
53 Reviews
Last reviewed 9 Apr 2012
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Rio Grande Village Campground
#3 of 5 in Big Bend National Park, TX
3 Reviews
Last reviewed 18 Mar 2012
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#1 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
27 reviews
Attraction type Geologic Formations
Distance 470.7 km from city centre
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- "The sunsets here are amazing." 18 May 2012
- "Good, moderate hike with a big payoff at the end" 7 May 2012
- "What a view" 2 May 2012
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#2 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
17 reviews
Five-miles round-trip, this trail is fairly easy compared with many other hikes in the park.
Attraction type Hiking Trails
Distance 82.7 km from city centre
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- "Nice morning hike. Beautiful Scenery." 18 May 2012
- "Popular for a reason" 2 May 2012
- "Go early" 21 Apr 2012
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#3 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
40 reviews
Borders the western edge of Big Bend National Park.
Attraction type Canyons
Distance 7.7 km from city centre
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- "My favorite national park" 24 May 2012
- "Such a great experience. I love the Canyons." 18 May 2012
- "Worth the heat and journey" 2 May 2012
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#4 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
20 reviews
Attraction type Scenic Drives
Distance 13.1 km from city centre
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- "Excellent Senic Drive!" 18 May 2012
- "Awesome views" 2 May 2012
- "simply too much fun!" 7 Apr 2012
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#5 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
16 reviews
A great spot for the outdoors-lover in Big Bend National Park.
Attraction type Mountains
Distance 11.6 km from city centre
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- "Must see national park !" 20 May 2012
- "Such a peaceful place to stay." 18 May 2012
- "What an inspiring place to stay!" 26 Apr 2012
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#6 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
13 reviews
The highest peak in the park at 7,835 feet.
Attraction type Mountains
Distance 416.3 km from city centre
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- "Always a great climb when I go." 18 May 2012
- "Mountain Top Experience" 27 Apr 2012
- "Nice and easy climb to the top... until..." 11 Apr 2012
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#7 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
7 reviews
This trail gives a great hike with amazing views.
Attraction type Hiking Trails
Distance 755.0 km from city centre
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- "This walk will exercise your legs." 18 May 2012
- "Worth every step" 10 May 2012
- "Epic hike of Texas!" 29 Mar 2012
#8 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
5 reviews
Attraction type Geologic Formations
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- "Nature amazes me sometimes with its creations." 18 May 2012
- "Gets hot later in the morning..." 21 Apr 2012
- "Great Short Day Hike" 5 Apr 2012
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#9 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
8 reviews
These hot springs were the first area of the National Park to be inhabited by homesteaders in 1909.
Attraction type Historic Sites
Distance 882.4 km from city centre
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- "Fascinating buildings and wonderful scenery" 23 Apr 2012
- "absolutely fun!" 7 Apr 2012
- "Better things to do" 3 Apr 2012
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#10 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
10 reviews
Borders the eastern edge of Big Bend National Park.
Attraction type Canyons
Distance 8516.0 km from city centre
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- "Wish Mexico was still open, that was always a..." 18 May 2012
- "Great Access to the Rio Grande" 5 Apr 2012
- "Unusual Views of the US and Mexico & Immigration" 28 Mar 2012
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#11 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
17 reviews
Town which was abandoned after the mercury deposits were depleted.
Attraction type Ghost Towns
Distance 40.1 km from city centre
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- "Great city and great Mexican Food." 18 May 2012
- "Terlingua Ghost Town El Dorado Hotel" 4 May 2012
- "Very commercial" 2 May 2012
#12 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
3 reviews
Championship 18-hole golf course featuring four holes on an island in the Rio Grande and an optional par one in Mexico.
Attraction type Golf Courses
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- "Black Jack's Crossing Golf Course" 8 Apr 2012
- "Great Golf Getaway" 22 Aug 2007
- "Ambush at Lajitas: Unbelievable golf gem" 11 Jul 2007
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#13 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
2 reviews
Legend has it that the rich vein of ore on this mountain was sealed up by Apaches who had been forced into slavery to mine it, and it is lost forever.
Attraction type Mountains; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance 7.7 km from city centre
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- "Always a fun Hike." 18 May 2012
- "GREAT HIKE" 11 Apr 2012
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#14 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
3 reviews
A scenic river of which 107 miles flows along the border of the park.
Attraction type Bodies of Water
Distance 415.8 km from city centre
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- "Amazing where this river comes from and that it..." 18 May 2012
- "Little water, great visuals" 1 Mar 2012
- "A Great Drive" 23 Mar 2005
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#15 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
6 reviews
Village in the park's southeast corner with tourist facilities such as RV park, campground, gas station, store and laundromat.
Attraction type Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Distance 30.8 km from city centre
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- "Want some ice cream to cool off. Great Pit Stop." 18 May 2012
- "The simpler drive to the river." 27 Mar 2012
- "Like most National Park motor camping services" 25 Mar 2012
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#16 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
1 review
This large desert makes up most of Big Bend National Park.
Attraction type Deserts; Mysterious Sites
Distance 37.8 km from city centre
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- "Beautiful!" 31 Oct 2011
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#17 of 24 attractions in Big Bend National Park
3 reviews
A walking trail along the Rio Grande River.
Attraction type Trails
Distance 29.6 km from city centre
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- "Go early or late" 2 May 2012
- "Hummmm" 11 Jan 2012
- "Beautiful...." 23 Jul 2010
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Section of the Rio Grande which offers whitewater rafting.
Attraction type Canyons; Bodies of Water; National Parks
Distance 39.3 km from city centre
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Spectacular canyon.
Attraction type Canyons
Distance 37.8 km from city centre
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