The Rio Grande River winds 12 miles down Santa Elena Canyon in Big Bend National Park, Texas. When the water is high you can come down the 1,500 foot walled canyon. With less water flowing, guides take you 3 to 4 miles up the canyon with some spots having to portage. But take it all in stride because the views are breathtaking. I recommend Big Bend River Tours. You might get lucky and have the guides that take you a half mile up a side canyon. An excellent day excursion in the out of the way national park.

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Name: Big Bend Station
Price range: $129 total

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TWO Private Lux Organic Earth Domes - 5 Starry Secluded Acres in Terlingua

10.05 mi from Santa Elena Canyon

$185 nightly

$195 total

Apr 22 - Apr 23

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At this cabin, guests have access to features like laundry facilities.

Sunsets. Stars. Serenity. Organic Eco-Dome in Terlingua.

10.05 mi from Santa Elena Canyon

$105 nightly

$110 total

Apr 22 - Apr 23

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At this cabin, guests have access to features like laundry facilities.

Organic Earthen Desert Dome For Two -Sustainable Stay Under the Stars Terlingua

10.05 mi from Santa Elena Canyon

$123 nightly

$129 total

Apr 22 - Apr 23

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At this cabin, guests have access to features like laundry facilities.

Short Drive from Big Bend ⁠— Casa Piedra

10.53 mi from Santa Elena Canyon

At this vacation home, guests have access to barbecue grills.

Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch | Room #3 (The Gun Shop)

10.58 mi from Santa Elena Canyon

$199 nightly

$222 total

Apr 6 - Apr 7

Total with taxes and fees

At this cabin, guests have access to barbecue grills.

Southern Boho inspired Geodesic Dome nestled up next to Big Bend National Park.

10.65 mi from Santa Elena Canyon

This campground is a smoke-free campground.

11.51 mi from Santa Elena Canyon

$98 nightly

$111 total

Apr 17 - Apr 18

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At Chisos Mining Co Motel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.

11.95 mi from Santa Elena Canyon

$229 nightly

$259 total

Apr 9 - Apr 10

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Guests of Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa have access to a golf course, a full-service spa, and a gym. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and concierge services. Other amenities at this spa resort include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space.

Free Cancellation

12.07 mi from Santa Elena Canyon

$114 nightly

$129 total

Apr 19 - Apr 20

Total with taxes and fees

At Big Bend Station, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.

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Santa Elena Canyon hotels essential information

Accommodation	189 hotels
Lowest Price	$110
Highest Price	$259
Popular hotels	Big Bend Station, Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa, Chisos Mining Co Motel, Sunsets. Stars. Serenity. Organic Eco-Dome in Terlingua., Organic Earthen Desert Dome For Two -Sustainable Stay Under the Stars Terlingua, TWO Private Lux Organic Earth Domes - 5 Starry Secluded Acres in Terlingua, Short Drive from Big Bend ⁠— Casa Piedra, Southern Boho inspired Geodesic Dome nestled up next to Big Bend National Park., Big Bend Lodging at Ten Bits Ranch \| Room #3 (The Gun Shop)

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4/5 Good

"A simple motel near Big Bend. Looked like it was updated recently. Convenient access to Big Bend. Not a whole lot around the property in terms of dining options but having a microwave and a fridge made up for it. A general store was nearby as well"

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