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Rancho de los Arboles Muertos

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· Brewster, Texas
160 acres hosted by Katie And Brian H.
1 RV/tent site · 2 tent sites
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Near Big Bend National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the B0611 Maverick Entrance Booth Fee Station (Kiosk).
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Private sites
98% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.
With 160 acres located just off Highway 118, two miles north of Study Butte, 7 miles from Terlingua Ghost Town, 7 miles from Big Bend National Park and 16 miles from Big Bend Ranch State Park, Arboles Muertos is a perfect place for tent campers, small trailers and Class-B RV's and digital nomads to set up a home base for all the many activities in the area. Your privacy is our #1 priority, so our sites are spread out over the property and most are not in view of other sites, providing you with a backcountry camping experience, yet only a few minutes off the highway. For large groups, or those that are into a more social camping experience, we also have a cluster of three sites spaced about 150 feet apart. We have several spotlessly clean composting pit toilets on the property, all just a short walk from your site. All guests have access to our centrally located outdoor shower. Rancho de los Arboles Muertos gets its name from the 25 foot tall Eastern Red Cedar trees that are being salvaged from land clearing operations near Austin and "planted" around the property. We're located directly across the highway from Willow Mountain, with 800 foot sheer faces and rising over 1000 feet above the highway, making it one of the most prominent features in the area next to the Chisos of Big Bend. The property is covered in Ocotillo, hidden arroyos, tall bentonite dunes, volcanic ridges, dry creeks and the occasional fossil. Trail runners can easily create 5 mile loop over ridges and in arroyos without leaving the property. For the burners out there, the place will have an unmistakable deep playa vibe once all trees have made it home )'( Socialized dogs are allowed on leash, but we do have a high coyote population in the area, as well as other dangers to pets. Large groups are welcome and we also rent the entire 160 acre property for private events. Please contact us for more info. We are a completely off-grid property, so remember to bring water! In the event of heavy rain, the roads could become impassible for a few hours to a couple days. If we see a major storm in the forecast, we will contact you directly to discuss options. The rainy season is late summer, however, and we are not taking bookings during that time, so this should not be an issue. Check out our Instagram page for more about us @arboles_muertos
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Hiking
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Desert
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201 ratings · 142 reviews
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Kedar R.
1 month on Hipcamp
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· January 2025
The spot was secluded and nice, with a good fire pit
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Laurent M.
4 reviews
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· January 2025
Magical!
Tent ·
We fell in love with the magical place that Katie and Brian created. We enjoyed the quietness and space/privacy between sites, the expansive lunar landscape, the night walks under the eye of a full wolf moon. Our dog western got his first chance at running alongside our mountain bikes. Katie and Brian have a keen eye for simple structures that blend in their natural environment. From everything else we saw in the area, the rancho de arboles muertos is unique and a notch above everything else around Oh, and did I mention how kind Brian was? We did not get a chance to meet Katie, but I have the feeling we will in the future
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Ronira F.
4 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
Great Experience, unforgettable!
18 ft campervan ·
It was an awesome experience! Great communication with host as well. I loved the outdoor shower with hot water.
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Chelsey B.
7 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2025
Will be back!
Tent ·
This is my second time camping on Katie and Brian’s property, and I will continue to return when I wants to camp in Terlingua. The hosts are hospitable, and quick to respond with recommendations and support as needed. The outdoor shower is available to guests and is a lovely amenity.
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Robin W.
1 month on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2025
Tent · With pets ·
A true hidden gem with lots of space between sites for privacy and an overall fantastic camping experience. The hosts are very communicative and helpful in terms of how to navigate the area. Not to mention insanely beautiful night skies!
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John S.
5 reviews
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· January 2025
Spectacular!
19 ft campervan ·
A superb experience! The views! Privacy! Amenities! The hosts artistic style and attention to detail made it a very special stay! Thanks for hosting on this special piece of ground!
Location
Brewster, Texas, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Jumanos, Mescalero Apache, Ndé Kónitsąąíí Gokíyaa (Lipan Apache), and Chiso First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Katie And Brian H.

Joined in January 2021
Response rate: 80%Response time: Within 6 hours
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