Out on the frontier removed from the frustrations of civilization sits Balmorhea an artesian gem…read morehiding among the tumbleweeds. The springs themselves are astonishing. Crystalline water, a natural oasis. Wilderness as a touch of elegance. The water is cool, refreshing, and large enough you can swim without bumping into a flotilla of inflatable flamingos every ten seconds. It is serene. Now, the true pièce de résistance: tiny fish. Yes darling, little cousins of piranhas nibbling delicately at your skin. At first, it's mildly horrifying. Being lightly snacked upon by aquatic creatures isn't typically on the itinerary. It's nature's exfoliation service. Truly. These miniature aestheticians gather around and provide the most delightful, ticklish skin treatment imaginable. Think of it as a rustic version of spa fish pedicures, except this one is completely natural, wildly entertaining, and performed by creatures that actually live in the ecosystem instead of a questionable salon tank. The entire place has this fascinating ecological charm that sneaks up on you. You're floating in a massive spring-fed pool, mountains in the distance, dragonflies skimming the water, and tiny fish politely tend to your skincare needs. The magic of Balmorhea (I'll let you figure out how to pronounce it correctly) is that it's a living ecosystem, and being able to swim in the middle of it is special. It's frontier chic. Don't expect marble spas and cucumber water. Following an afternoon, my skin felt absurdly smooth, stress level plummeted, and it was imperative to recommend the remote desert destination without qualification. Five stars for the fish running the spa.

Fun time at this park…read more Enroute from San Antonio to El Paso, we were able to stop at this park to get the kids out of the car and into some refreshing spring water It was clean, not crowded and left us already planning a return on our next trip back or towards Big Bend National. There are cabins on the ground, picnic tables, barbecue pits. I saw a basketball court. They had a few nature areas to enjoy. I was certainly pleased with just getting my feet wet, but the water is clear and if you were interested in seeing more below the water, I recommend goggles or snorkeling gear. I hear companies teach scuba here too. There's not much else near the park, so bring all the amenities you need or want there. Good times with nature. We will return.

This place needs a negative star option. We stayed here a couple of years ago and it was great when…read moreVirginia and Steve ran it. Now, whoever owns and runs it is ridiculous. We weren't approved to stay with our kids. For the "comfort & safety" of others. Seriously?! You can have 4 grown men in a camper together but not kids. Plus people I know that stay there have talked about break ins and stuff stolen. Glad we didn't waste our money here. Should be shut down! Don't waste your time.

It's nice that all the spots are covered and allow a space for parking and have additional spaces…read morefor visitors on each row as well. There are two dog parks that get busy during the evening and one of them is always muddy and practically unusable but it has a nice dog wash station that is free to use. There is also usually a lot of dog waste that doesn't get picked up. The gym is small but has a good set of dumbbells and a few pieces of equipment that allow for effective workouts, however one of the treadmills has been out of service for over a month. There are showers and a pool available but I have not used them. The public bathrooms have been clean the couple times I've used them. A lot of the washers and dryers are consistently broken and out of service as well but the areas are always tidy. The main entry gate has also been broken for over a month and just sits open at all times of the day for anyone to enter. The water has been shut off a couple times with no notice from staff and we've had some issues with neighboring campers hosting loud parties into the early morning on week nights. The park is mostly clean, minus the few stray beer cans on occasion. There are plenty of dumpsters and they are emptied every day or every other day. Have never had any issues with them being full or overflowing. The staff has been mostly friendly and overall it's not the worst RV park I've stayed in.

YOU NEED TO GO HERE! Whether you make your whole road trip about coming to this awesome state park,…read moreor just make it part of another trip like we did, you have to come to Monahans Sandhills and rent a sand disc from the visitor center (or bring your own) to sled down the sand dunes with your friends or family. This was my daughter's #1 memory from our whole trip and we spent 3 days in Big Bend - but apparently sledding down the sand dunes beat out all the cool hikes and stuff we saw (she's still talking about it). Honestly, this was so affordable and could be hours and hours of fun, along with the beautiful desert views that you could enjoy on hikes. Probably not as fun in 100+ degree temps, but being there around the New Year was amazing. 10/10 place to stop and have a ton of fun!

the sandhills are very cool. the sand is very soft and they are tall. shadows look neat. they have…read morea visitor center with limited hours.

First off, the visitor center has a water filling station, nice restrooms and amazing employees…read more Their gift shop is really small compared to other national parks but they have a good variety of items to choose from. This park is on mountain time- remember that- even if your phone keeps jumping back and forth between the time zones. I hiked the Guadalupe Peak Trail and oh my goodness such an amazing hike. I started early and made sure to have plenty of water. When I was coming down, I was a little surprised by how many people were starting the hike... in June at the hottest time of the day. Make sure to be prepared and enjoy all the breathtaking sights.

So I spent part of the week here exploring and I really enjoyed my time here. It is the smaller…read moreNational Park in Texas on about 85,000 acres (compared to Big Bend National Park which is 800,000 acres) but still plenty to explore. This park is more for folks that really like to hike, explore and camp. There are a few entry points into the park but there really is no scenic routes through the park. You are expected to park somewhere and walk to your destination instead which I find very interesting to do (can see alot more too). I've visiting the frijole ranch that had a small museum inside explaining the history of the park. Attach to it there are a few trails you can take off to do. I did the smith springs and it was very pretty to see. Once you manage to get up the hill there were some seats and rails you can hang onto and relax while watching the spring. I also did the Guadalupe Mountain Peak trail, which is the highest peak in Texas. That one takes about 6 to 8 hours to hike (round trip) and it had amazing views. There was also a mark at the to there you can take a picture too which was cool. Definitely need to be prepped to do this or any of the hikes (water, food, first aid, hiking stick and good hiking boots). The Salt Basin Dunes were also really nice to explore but expect to do half a day here. That one you drive over dirt road to get to but very nice views of the mountain. It also had a place you can use the restroom and sit down to eat. The place is exactly what you expect...alot of sand hills you can climb but very soft and cooling (just watch your step). I didn't get to explore all the park since there was a government shut down and closed one of the trails I wanted to do but overall It was definitely worth the trip to visit. I plan to come back next year when it's not too hot (best time for fall colors and cool air for tough hikes). I would absolutely recommend anyone to at least check this park out at least once in your life. Make sure do your research and bring what you need.

Such a great little RV park. It is as the name implies, on…read moretop of the hill. You are able to see for miles in every direction which makes this spot great for watching the sunset. The sites here are ok, on the smaller side and close together. Mostly level but prepare to check. It is kept very clean and tidy. There is a great walking path around the park as well as a dog area, lots of games and a kid zone. There is also tons of artwork around the park that are great to look at. There is 1 bathroom & shower for men and 1 for women. You can hear the traffic on i10 but that's ok as it dies down in the evening. In fact the only thing I heard at night was the giant American flag waving in the wind above us. The staff is great and of those that looked like full timers or seasonal customers they were all nice and kept their areas clean. I would definitely stay here again and recommend it. Priced better than others in the area also.

After a really horrific experience at another RV park in town, finding this place felt like such a…read moreblessing. From the moment we arrived, the difference was obvious. The amenities here are wonderful, and the entire park is spacious with plenty of spots and the sunset is so beautiful!! One thing we really appreciated was the dog park -- it actually has grass, which is hard to find and made such a difference for our pups. The bathrooms are cleaned daily and always kept in great shape, which says a lot about how much management cares about the park and its guests. The management team has been incredibly sweet, respectful, and welcoming, and that kind of hospitality truly changes the whole experience. It just proves that treating guests with kindness and respect goes a long way and makes your stay so much more enjoyable. The pool is awesome, the playground is perfect for the kids, and the sunset views in the evenings are absolutely beautiful. On top of that, the other guests here have been so kind and friendly, which adds to the peaceful and welcoming atmosphere. They also have an outdoor patio area with a tv which if great for an outdoor hangout. They also have washer/dryers on site as well. This is a big, beautiful park with plenty of space, great amenities, and an overall positive environment. We're so grateful we found this place and would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable, family-friendly RV park.

Best part was the falls. Otherwise windy, unsteady terrain with mid views of a lot of brownread more

Couldn't check in because of lack of phone internet, then said I was too far away to check in. A…read morebeautiful drive to the park but watch for the range free cattle near the roads. A whole day can be spent here with the sites and the swimming pools at bottom of falls. There's also some great covered picnic sites with a grill and plenty of tables. To park at the falls lot is $5 and it's self service so have correct amount.

Located in great part of town with walking distance to shop restaurants and the Fort. Unfortunately…read morethis park is in disrepair. That said we enjoyed it for 2 days. Warning someone in the neighborhood has dogs that bark and a rooster that crows at sunup.

This guy hung up on me while I was asking questions regarding my dog and this facility. Look guy, I…read morewanted to follow your rules and instead you start talking about people bringing pit bulls and giraffes. That's weird and just plain not normal. To all travelers - look at Trip Advisor about this asshole. Legit. Stay wild.

We had a blast there for a nice 4 hour visit. We watched lots of birds have breakfast. We hiked the…read moreQuail Trail and were lucky to see a herd of Aoudads. We went and checked out the Lodge and then we drove to the top of Skyline drive. Everything was great

Davis Mountains State Park is a park that I've always wanted to come back to and I finally did…read moreafter 8 years. As one of two Texas state parks that provides mountain trail access, this place can offer some phenomenal views of nearby mountains both near and far. I came here for a two-night camp. I made all my reservations online and arrived before the office closed to check in. The campsite I reserved had both water and electric hookups, which I did occasionally use during my time here. There are many hiking trails to choose from, although some trail access was restricted due to recent flooding. But all the trails I hiked were well-maintained and clearly marked. My favorite trail, Skyline Drive Trail, took me up the side of the mountain via switchbacks up to the mountain ridge. The trail leads all the way to the famed CCC overlook that allowed me to see differently-shaped mountains in the distance. I thought it was cool that I could see the University of Texas McDonald's Observatory from the overlook, even though it requires a 13-mile drive to get there from the park. During my stay, I also had the opportunity to attend a ranger talk. The ranger came from the nearby Fort Davis National Historical Park with some relics of times past. The talk was informative and entertaining. I enjoyed the clean bathrooms near the campsite, though you'll have to bring your own shampoo and body soap to shower. The water provided at the campsite is potable and I thought it tasted better than the tap water I get at home! I thoroughly enjoyed my time here and would love a chance to come back in the future!

Best workforce housing in Pecos. Comfort like other camps don't offer and owners who take your…read moreneeds serious without charging extra for comfort

From the owner: PetroPlex Workforce Housing provides High Quality single bedrooms, kitchens with full size…read moreappliances including everything you need to prepare meals, spacious living rooms that include large sofas and recliners with Smart TVs for entertaining. These units consist of 4 Bedrooms 2 Baths VIP style living. We also have 1450 RV Park! RV Space Features: Covered RV Space AMP Options 30 & 50 Electric & Water Provided Free Satellite TV Fiber Optic Speed Wi-Fi Internet 1450 Lodging & RV Park 24 Hr Fitness Center Vending Machines Recreation Room Covered BBQ Area Free Ice Available 24/7 24 Hr Free Laundry Room Complimentary Detergent On-site Professional Mgmt Singles include a 4 bedroom with queen size beds, Tv in each bedroom 2 bath with walk in shower Living has a large Sofa, 2 recliners TV. Kitchen has full size appliances includes housewares Housekeeping 2 times per week.

We had an overnight stay in this park. There are no frills other than full hookups. For twenty…read moredollars, you can't beat it, plus, the park manager brought us breakfast before we departed. This was a great deal and a tons better than a Walmart stay. We would definitely do it again, and highly recommended Hillside RV Park.

From the owner: On behalf of Hillside RV Park, we are proud to offer you a quiet environment, privacy, parking in…read morecanopy, free indoor facilities shower, ice machines, laundry room free, indoor kitchen, and much more. Hope see u soon. Haul me if u have any questions 432-336-6659