Desert explorers will find 20 acres of open camping terrain at Coyote Crossing, a primitive campground where guests select their own sites across undeveloped land. Located outside Terlingua, this boondocking operation sits near Big Bend National Park's entrance, providing mountain and desert views from most camping spots.
The campground operates on a choose-your-site system, allowing campers to scout the property for preferred locations. Sites accommodate RVs up to 24 feet, though the terrain favors tent camping and smaller rigs. Portable toilets serve the property, and the camp host provides area information and assistance. As one camper noted, "We picked a place tucked away that would allow for an unobstructed view of the mountains."
Coyotes actively traverse the area, particularly at night, giving the campground its name. Reviewers report regular howling and occasional wildlife sightings near campsites. The property offers fossil hunting opportunities, with ancient shells and interesting rock formations scattered across the landscape. Cell service reaches the campground, and the nearby general store stocks supplies including fresh water at ten cents per gallon.
This $25-per-night operation works well for self-sufficient campers comfortable with primitive conditions and wildlife encounters. The Willow Creek Camping Company sits less than half a mile south for those seeking additional amenities.
Description
53420 State Highway 118. The Rustic Camp built by Campers with re-purposed and recycled materials, makes it one of the favorite Primitive Base Camps for Big Bend, Texas. Located in Southern Most Section of Terlingua Ranch, within eyesight of the Mexican Border, National and State Parks. Easy to find, just across from Willow Mountain, one of the most photograph natural features in Big Bend. Traveling highway 118 you will see the Entrance at address 53420, just north 1 mile of the outfitters and gas station. . When you pull in, Host is to the right and Camping is to the left. Just follow the driveway lights on back and pick any spot ya wish. Fiber Wifi up front with a spot to charge your stuff. 53420 State Highway 118 in Terlingua. NO SITE NUMBERS. Choose any site when ya get here. First come first camp. Low cars up front. SUV's and trucks can easily make it to the back, its all up to you, but remember no tow trucks down here. lol. The Out Houses are built by Campers using re-purposed materials and recycled wood. When arriving at night it will be very dark.. very few lights in use, dark sky's are protected in Big Bend.. so it may be hard to find. but we are directly on the highway on the west side of 118. Coyote Crossing is on a small red sign at the entrance. Trash Dumpster up front for your use. No collecting rocks, cactus or wood to burn... NO TRACE, leave it as you find it..
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Location
Private CampgroundCoyote Crossing is located in Texas
Coordinates
29.35522222 N
103.52913682 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/4/26
VerizonPossible CoverageVerified by 26 usersLast on 4/4/26
AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/4/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/4/26
- VerizonPossible CoverageVerified by 26 usersLast on 4/4/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/4/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 20 min from Odessa, TX
- 3 hrs 31 min from Midland, TX
- 4 hrs 27 min from San Angelo, TX
- 4 hrs 56 min from Eagle Pass, TX
