"It was a drive for sure, as with everything there, about 2 hours from Santa Elena Canyon. Be careful if it has rained, there's a dip on the road before you get there and it floods a bit"
"The staff was very professional and friendly. The room was clean, and it was right behind a big mountain. Only 15 minutes from the west entrance and just 8 minutes from Ghost town. Will be back."
"We would like to thank the host couple for their wonderful hospitality. They were incredibly kind, friendly, and welcoming.The house was impeccable — extremely clean, with an amazing view and a breathtaking sunset. The bed was very comfortable, and the bed linens and towels were top quality.It was absolutely worth it, and we would happily come back again."
"Our stay at Casita de Chiles was absolutely incredible and became one of our favorite trips we've ever taken. Mark and Michelle were amazing hosts and truly made the experience special. You can tell they genuinely care about both their guests and their property.
The location was exactly what we hoped for — peaceful, remote, and completely off the beaten path. We were surrounded by breathtaking views of the Christmas Mountains and spent our nights under some of the clearest skies we've ever seen. The stargazing alone was worth the trip.
The wildlife experience was unbelievable. During our stay we saw deer, quail, javelina, Mexican cardinals, bats, scorpions under UV light, a tarantula, and even a rattlesnake. It truly felt like stepping into another world.
A major highlight was the excursion with Mark and Michelle. We spent about 6.5 hours covering roughly 52 miles exploring Terlingua Ranch. They showed us incredible canyons, beautiful views, and hidden places we never would have found ourselves. It felt less like a tour and more like spending the day with friends.
And we can’t forget Chula, who completely stole our hearts.
If you want peace, adventure, wildlife, dark skies, and a chance to disconnect and recharge, this place is perfect. We’ll be talking about this trip for a long time and hope to return."
"This rental is five minutes from the Big Bend park entrance, which was great for us given that the park itself is gigantic. The host was extremely quick to get back to us on questions that we had as first time RV renters."
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Emory Peak
4.9/5 (68 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Emory Peak during your travels in Big Bend National Park. Discover the area's mountain views and desert landscape.
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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Chisos Mountains during your travels in Big Bend National Park. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
You can learn about the history of Big Bend National Park when you stop by Lost Mine Peak. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Learn about the local history of Big Bend National Park when you spend time at Homer Wilson Ranch. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's desert landscape.
You can take time to visit Panther Path Trail during your travels to Big Bend National Park. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's desert landscape.
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sand Slide during your travels in Big Bend National Park. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's desert landscape.
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Outlaw Flats during your travels in Big Bend National Park. Discover the area's desert landscape and mountain views.
What's the area like around Chisos Basin Visitor Center?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Chisos Basin Visitor Center, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you could search for properties close to public transport so it's easy to get around.
Where is the best place to stay close to Chisos Basin Visitor Center?
Big Bend Station is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. You'll find it 14.7 mi (23.6 km) from Chisos Basin Visitor Center. Other good choices around the area include Terlingua Ranch Lodge and Paisano Village RV Park & Inn.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Chisos Basin Visitor Center, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Chisos Basin Visitor Center.