Best Safari Lodges in Big Bend National Park

    9 safari lodges in Big Bend National Park, United States. View the Big Bend National Park park page for wildlife, weather, and more.

    Big Bend Resort & Adventures

    Located in Study Butte, just outside the park entrance, this resort offers motel rooms, cabins, and RV sites. It's a convenient and practical base for park visitors, providing easy access to the park's west entrance and local amenities, with common sightings of roadrunners and other desert birds.

    Mid-Range

    Chisos Mountains Lodge

    The only lodge located within Big Bend National Park, offering unparalleled access to hiking trails and stunning mountain views. Guests can often spot deer, javelina, and a variety of birds right from their rooms or the lodge's restaurant. It's a prime base for exploring the park's diverse ecosystems.

    Mid-Range
    Eco

    Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa

    A luxurious resort situated along the Rio Grande, offering a unique blend of Old West charm and modern amenities. Guests can enjoy golf, horseback riding, river trips, and a spa, with opportunities to see desert wildlife like roadrunners, javelina, and various bird species on the expansive property.

    Luxury

    Far Flung Outdoor Center

    Specializing in river trips and outdoor adventures, Far Flung also offers comfortable casita-style accommodations in Terlingua. It's an excellent choice for active travelers looking to explore the Rio Grande and surrounding desert, with opportunities to see diverse birdlife and river animals.

    Mid-Range
    Eco

    Terlingua Ranch Lodge

    Located a bit further north, this rustic lodge offers cabins, motel rooms, and RV sites on a vast private ranch. It's a great base for exploring the wider Big Bend region, with opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, and observing desert wildlife like deer, javelina, and various birds on the ranch property.

    Budget

    Basecamp Terlingua

    Offers unique glamping experiences near the entrance to Big Bend National Park, including 'bubble tents' for stargazing, tipis, and casitas. It provides a comfortable yet immersive way to experience the desert landscape and its nocturnal wildlife, such as coyotes and owls, from your accommodation.

    Luxury
    Eco

    Ten Bits Ranch

    A unique, off-grid ranch offering themed rooms designed to evoke an Old West town, located north of Terlingua. Guests can enjoy incredible stargazing, hiking on private trails, and a true escape into the desert wilderness, with chances to spot local wildlife like javelina and deer.

    Luxury
    Eco

    El Dorado Hotel

    A historic hotel located in the heart of Terlingua Ghost Town, offering charming rooms with a rustic, authentic feel. It's a perfect base for exploring the unique culture of the ghost town and provides easy access to Big Bend National Park, with views of the desert landscape.

    Mid-Range

    La Posada Milagro

    Offers unique, individually designed casitas and guesthouses nestled into the hillsides of Terlingua Ghost Town. Each unit provides privacy and stunning views of the Chisos Mountains and surrounding desert, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking tranquility and a connection to the rugged landscape.

    Mid-Range