Alpine Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

To get to this extremely remote low pool called the Ernst Tinaja, you have to drive a high-clearance or 4WD vehicle on Old Ore Road in Big Bend National Park and hike about a mile. It was sweltering in April but so worth it to see the pink and orange flaky layers of rock laid down by eons of a shallow inland sea. The pool is a scary toxic green, and with its steep sides is a death trap to creatures other than birds or insects. Read more about our Big Bend adventures at https://rvluckyorwhat.com/2016/04/28/big-bend-the-most-amazing-national-park-youve-never-heard-of/ #desert #UStravel #BigBend #NationalPark #Texas #tinaja #hiking #4WD #Jeep #offroading #4wheeling #remote
To get to this extremely remote low pool called the Ernst Tinaja, you have to drive a high-clearance or 4WD vehicle on Old Ore Road in Big Bend National Park and hike about a mile. It was sweltering in April but so worth it to see the pink and orange flaky layers of rock laid down by eons of a shallow inland sea. The pool is a scary toxic green, and with its steep sides is a death trap to creatures other than birds or insects. Read more about our Big Bend adventures at https://rvluckyorwhat.com/2016/04/28/big-bend-the-most-amazing-national-park-youve-never-heard-of/ #desert #UStravel #BigBend #NationalPark #Texas #tinaja #hiking #4WD #Jeep #offroading #4wheeling #remote
Alpine is a small town between Marfa, TX and Big Bend. It is full of small diners and great, West Texas shops. Nice street art too!
The sun sets over the Chihuahuan Desert between Teralingua, Texas, and Mexico. #bvstrove #mexico #texas #travel
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpine Southeast by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpine Southeast by IHG

2.5 out of 5
2004 E Hwy 90 Alpine TX
The price is NZ$178 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$178
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alpine. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
It wasn’t spotless it’s under renovation but staff was very nice and breakfast was on pony

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpine Southeast by IHG
Antelope Lodge

Antelope Lodge

3.5 out of 5
2310 W Hwy 90 Alpine TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$194 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
NZ$194
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Alpine. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a gift shop. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (604 reviews)
Good stay, didn’t see much of staff.

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Antelope Lodge
Hampton Inn Alpine

Hampton Inn Alpine

2.5 out of 5
2607 W Highway 90 Alpine TX
The price is NZ$259 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$259
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alpine. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Clean, quiet hotel.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Hampton Inn Alpine
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Sunsets. Stars. Serenity. Organic Eco-Dome in Terlingua.

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

Arick Village TX
Stay at this cabin in Alpine. Enjoy laundry facilities.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Beautiful view of the stars.

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Sunsets. Stars. Serenity. Organic Eco-Dome in Terlingua.
40 Acres of Solitude: Relax&Explore Near Big Bend

40 Acres of Solitude: Relax&Explore Near Big Bend

Alpine TX
Stay at this cabin in Alpine. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, patios and an in-room coffee maker.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
Beautiful area. Small but adequate. Host was easy to communicate with. Appreciated the outdoor area with the propane fire. The birds were endless entertainment at the filled bird feeders.

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

40 Acres of Solitude: Relax&Explore Near Big Bend
The StarStruck Stay – Desert Shipping Container Escape Beneath Endless Stars

The StarStruck Stay – Desert Shipping Container Escape Beneath Endless Stars

Alpine TX
Stay at this campsite in Alpine. Enjoy patios and in-room fireplaces.
The StarStruck Stay – Desert Shipping Container Escape Beneath Endless Stars
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Popular places to visit

Panorama of Casa Grande Peak From Lost Mine Trail

Lost Mine Trail

You can take time to visit Lost Mine Trail during your travels to Alpine. Wander around the parks or enjoy the area's restaurants.

Lost Mine Trail
El Capitan, Guadalupe Mountains National Park

Dog Canyon

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Dog Canyon during your travels in Alpine. Wander around the parks or enjoy the area's restaurants.

Dog Canyon

Sul Ross State University

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Sul Ross State University during your trip to Alpine. Wander around the parks or enjoy the area's cafes.

Sul Ross State University

Big Bend Regional Medical Center

If Big Bend Regional Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Alpine.

Big Bend Regional Medical Center

Persimmon Gap Visitor Center

Explore the great outdoors at Persimmon Gap Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Alpine. Wander around the parks or enjoy the area's restaurants.

Persimmon Gap Visitor Center

Kokernot Municipal Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kokernot Municipal Park, a lovely green space in Alpine. Wander around the natural setting or enjoy the area's cafes.

Kokernot Municipal Park

Activities

Chisos Mountains

Big Bend National Park Self Guided Audio Tour Guide

NZ$27
per traveller
Big Bend National Park Self Guided Audio Tour Guide
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Cities near Alpine

Fort Stockton

Fort Stockton

Big Bend National Park

Big Bend National Park