We finally got to check the Summit at Big Bend off our bucket list and are so excited to share all the details on one of the most unique places to stay in Texas! Located in West Texas near Big Bend National Park and Terlingua, it boasts some of the best stargazing in the entire United States!
Updated December 2023
SUMMIT BIG BEND
Located 8.5 hours from Dallas in Terlingua, this unique glamping destination is a must-stay if visiting Big Bend National Park. The property offers 1,000 acres of raw desert land with incredible views and several different options for accommodations, all focused on giving you a reconnection with nature!
Fun fact: Summit is located in the Greater Big Bend International Dark Sky Reserve, which is considered one of the darkest skies in the U.S… meaning the stargazing is unlike anything you’ve probably ever seen!
THE CAVES
Summit has two man-made mining caves located halfway to the summit of the Tres Cuevas Mountain and they are even more incredible in person. The caves come with a cozy king bed, double rain-head showers for two, a kitchenette and glass windows with the most insane views.
THE DOMES
Beware, the caves can be very hard to book! But if they aren’t available, see if the summit domes or the stargazing domes with a clear top have room for you! The domes all have king beds, electricity, and accessibility to a bathhouse with hot showers.
If traveling with a larger group they also have two casitas that sleep 4-6 people. All accommodations have cold AC/Heat and wifi!
