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Goat Pens, Cigar Springs Ranch

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· Terlingua, Brewster, Texas
600 acres hosted by Jeff M.
50 RV/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.
Best in Texas: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
This central location provides an ideal basecamp close to the Terlingua Ghost Town and both Big Bend State and National Parks. The unique geology and topography of the Goat Pens made this a popular movie set and many westerns were filmed here in the 80's and 90's. Come out and enjoy seclusion, peace and quiet, awesome scenery with sunrises and sunsets to die for. All while still being able to easily take advantage of the area's other attractions. The Goat Pens includes an outdoor events venue that hosts concerts, stargazing parties, festivals and weddings. The Goat Pens also has the only drive-in movie theater in the Big Bend area. Send a text or check The Goat Pens Facebook page (@goatpens) for information and dates of events. The Goat Pens of Cigar Springs Ranch is a beautiful part of the ranch. It is well known for its scenery and unique topography. The Goat Pens served as a set location for many westerns filmed during the 1980's and 90's. Remarkable beauty, easy access, centrally located, seclusion, peace and quiet. All add up to an unforgettable vacation experience.Primitive camping and dry RV sites. Plenty of acreage to explore. The Goat Pens of Cigar Springs Ranch, once part of the historic G4 ranch, are easily accessed and located on South County Road. This central location provides an ideal basecamp close to the Terlingua Ghost Town and both Big Bend State and National Parks. The unique geology and topography of the Goat Pens made this a popular movie set and many westerns were filmed here in the 80's and 90's. Come out and enjoy seclusion, peace and quiet, awesome scenery with sunrises and sunsets to die for. Since the campground is in the middle of our private ranch the dark skies and starry nights are unlike any other. All while still being able to easily take advantage of the area's other attractions. The Goat Pens includes an outdoor events venue that hosts concerts, stargazing parties, festivals and weddings. The Goat Pens also has the only drive-in movie theater in the Big Bend area. Send a text or check The Goat Pens Facebook page (@goatpens) for information and dates of events. Thanks, Jeff.
Activities
Biking
Hiking
Horseback riding
Paddling
Natural features
Desert
Mountainous
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1145 ratings · 812 reviews
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Polly H.recommends
October 29, 2024
The Goat Pens
Lots of space to spread out and see the stars! It was well marked and Jeff greeted us upon our arrival but then let us enjoy our time off grid. No goats, but we did hear the wildlife in the surrounding area. A bit of a walk to the showers.
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Tom C.recommends
October 26, 2024
The Goat Pens
Dark sky
Perfect for that dark sky experience. Very quiet too..
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Randi W.recommends
October 21, 2024
The Goat Pens
Had a wonderful time at the Goat Pens. This was our second time to camp in Terlingua, but our first time to stay at the Goat Pens. Jeff messaged details the day of to make sure we would find our way and had all the details we needed. He was also present as we pulled in to welcome us and answer any questions. We camped with 3 small children so accessible toilets and showers were a priority for us, and those were not only provided but were exceptionally clean for a campsite. We were encouraged to explore the 600 acre site and boy did my kids walk that land. The open space allowed for the kids to wander rather far without leaving our view which was an incredible experience for the kids. Jeff visited us just about everyday to see how our stay was going and to provide recommendations of what to do with our day. Another daily visitor we had was his dog Pepper - so stinking cute. She would hang out at our camp day or night and run around with the kids. It was the perfect goodbye as we pulled away from our camp to find Jeff and Pepper rolling down in his truck to see us off. We will definitely be back soon, and my kids won't let me consider a different site, lol. Thank you, Jeff!
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Gregory N.recommends
October 18, 2024
The Goat Pens
Best campsite in Terlingua
Great views, peaceful camp, friendly camp dog. Very convenient pit toilets with running water in sinks and hot showers. Awesone starry nights. Coyotes yipping in the distance. Very cute desert pocket mice come out at night.
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Sarajane C.recommends
October 16, 2024
The Goat Pens
Loved camping here during my trip to Big Bend. The sunrises and sunsets were unreal. Being close to Terlingua was great too!
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Victoria G.recommends
October 14, 2024
The Goat Pens
We stayed in tents and loved every minute of it. Showers were hope, bathrooms clean!
Location
Terlingua, 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 Jeff M.

Joined in February 2018
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