Study Butte/Terlingua Business District

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Published on Saturday, 04 July 2009 17:00

Written by Mike Davidson

Locator map of Terlingua and Study Butte business district, with list of services, accommodations, activities and amenities

 Both Study Butte and Historic Terlingua 6 miles west (often called the Ghostown) are former mining towns. Steady growth spurred by retirees and a steadily growing tourism industry have merged the two communities at the junction of Texas State highways 170 and 118, sometimes refered to as Terlingua Junction. This is the western gateway to Big Bend National Park   Along with the Quicksilver Bank and Terlingua Post Office, several motels, campgrounds, shops, galleries, river outfitters, and restaurants nearby mark the center for tourist services in the Terlingua area and Big Bend National Park. A vibrant local arts and crafts community offers original creations in a variety of materials.

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1. Chili Pepper Cafe, Owners have been dishing out border favorites for many years. Specializing in Tex-Mex and Northern Chihuahuan fare. Immediately adjacent US Post Office to the north off TX118 Open 8:00am - 8:30pm. Closed Wednesdays. 432 371-2233

2. U.S. Post Office, Terlingua, TX 79852.

3. West Texas National Bank, Quicksilver Branch. Open 8:30am - 11:00am, and 2:00pm - 4:30pm, Monday - Wednesday and Friday, open until 6:30pm on Thursdays. 24 hour ATM. 432 371-2211

4. An extension of the Big Bend Resort across TX118 from the main office. 800-848-2363, local 432 371-2218

5.Big Bend Resort and Adventures, located at the junction of State Highway 118 and F.M. 170 Terlingua- Study Butte is AAA rated, full service establishment with Rooms, duplexes. Trailer Court with full hook up R V sites. Tent Camping. Located 3 miles from the western entrance to Big Bend National Park. General Store, Fuel, Café, Gift Shop. Laundry and Showers. Convenient to Horseback trips, Rafting and Jeep Trips 432-371-2218 

* Big Bend Overland Tours offers guided interpretive tours in a 4 while drive Ford Expedition. Tour Big Bend National PArk and vicinity in climate controlled comfort. Regularly scheduled tours to a variety of locations or custom adventures are available. 800-848-2363, local 432 371-2218

6. Big Bend Resort Restaurant. Open 6:00am - 10:00am: 11:00am-2:00 pm 7 days per week .   Convenient hours for folks hitting the trail early,  Beer and wine, convenience store, gasoline station open until  432-371-2483

• Big Bend Resort Store and Gasoline Station. Open 6:00 am - 9:00pm, 7 days per week,  gasoline,  diesel, ice, drinks, beer, batteries, film, limited groceries.   Next to Big Bend Motor Inn. 432-371-2483
  

7.  Big Bend Stables. A partner to the long time area horse outfitter, Lajitas Stables. Guided horse trips from one hour to several days, accommodating the tenderfoot, top hand, and everybody in between. 432 371-2212

8.  Bee Mountain Plaza, Located on TX 118 north of the junction of highways TX 118 and FM 170. This collection of small businesses include: Quicksilver Trading Company - 432-371-2636,  offerring an eclectic collection of local and regional arts and crafts. Notary Public, copies and fax service also available. Quilts and Collectibles, Etc. 432-371-2292, featuring  home made quilts in a variety of styles and fabrics. Bee Mountain Hardware - 432 371-3113, with all the basics and then some. India's Cafe and Bakery is located just north of the Post Office on TX 118 in Bee Mountain Plaza. OPen 6:00am till 4:00pm daily except Tueday. Breakfast, lunuch delicious pies, cakes and pastries. 432 371-2888

9. Brewster County Community Center serves multiple civic functions as a place to hold public meetings and events of all descriptions. The building is available to rent for most purposes at a nominal fee. e-mail for details and reservations.

10. Cycle Tek , expert providers for all motorcycle needs 432 371-2560

11. Desert Lotus Massage. Licensed massage therapists.

12. Many Stones. Fine jewelry hand crafted by the proprietor, stained glass, precious and semi-precious stones, mineral specimens and nice variety of cacti, bromeliads, and desert plants.  432 371-2994

13. El Centro EnterprizesH2O To Go. and Carolyn's second hand store. Offering USDA approved water in various sizes, returnable and throw away available. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00am - 4:00pm. Call for other hours. 432 371-2499 or 432 371-2506

14. Study Butte RV Park. Offers economical spaces for self contained units. It is relatively quiet, close to the National Park Entrance, and a minutes walk from Study Butte Store. 432 371-2404

15. Study Butte Store. Offers gasoline, propane, groceries, beer, wine, liquor, microwave fast food, as well as fresh and frozen foods. It is on the list of endangered historical hangouts. Open 7:00am - 9:00pm daily except Christmas. 432 371-2231
* Roadrunner Deli HIghway 118, next to Study Butte Store. Excellent sandwiches and breakfast items. Specializing in to-go  picnic lunches. Open 8:00am-3:00 pm Tuesday through Saturday.  432 371-2364

16. Maverick Mountain Rock Shop. The oldest mineral marketplace in Brewster County. Proprietors live on site, just drop in reasonable daylight hours. Stone building and surrounding scenic property for sale.

17. Terlingua Automotive. Complete automotive and RV repair center, open 8:00am-4:00pm, Monday- Friday, and some Saturdays during busy seasons. 432 371-2223

18.  Big Bend River Tours. River tours in rafts and canoes on the Rio Grande, from half day, to multiple day expeditions and special music and gourmet, trips through several awe inspiring canyons in and adjacent to Big Bend National Park. Backcountry van tours also available, as well as equipment rental and shuttles. 800-545-4240 local 432 371-3033

19. Rio Bravo Restaurant Another Northern Chihuahaun dining experience.

20.  Chisos Mining Company Motel. No-frills lodging for active vacationers who need a place to sleep and shower up between adventures. Convenient to restaurants and other visitor services. 432 371-2254

• Brer' Rabbit Curios. Is in the Chisos Mining Company office. It is a souvenir shop, with neat stuff for not much money. They feature a selection of rocks and fossils, along with kitschy memorabilia. Do not look here for pretentious, Santa Fe styled art, or for pricey cowboy chic. Located in Chisos Mining Company Motel. 432 371-2430

21. Kathy's Kosmic Kowgirl Kafe FM170, next to Easter Egg Valley/Chisos Mining Co. Motel.  Drive by cuisine and local al fresco hangout.  Specializing in burgers, barbecue and burritos.  Open Thursday through Monday, 6:30am - 5:00pm.  432 371-2164

22. Terlingua Springs Market and Coffee shop. A selection of natural foods, grains, cereals, fresh fruit and vegetables, dairy and soy products, organic coffees, teas, etc. A good place to outfit a backpacking trip with wholesome food that is not otherwise locally available. The coffee shop serves fresh ground coffee and a variety of pastries and other good things to eat on the spot. Open every day 10:00am - 7:00pm, except Wednesdays. 432 371-2332

23. La Kiva Bar and Grill. Unique architecture of massive sandstone blocks, sunken into the banks of Terlingua Creek. Great Barbecue, Tex-Mex , and full bar. Open daily 5:00pm until midnight, Saturday until 1:00am. Open mic night every Wednesday.  432 371-2250

24.Shot Time Liquorz-n-Artz offers a selection of local artwork along with liquor, wine and barware. Open Monday thru Saturday 10am-9pm. 432 371-3155.

25. Speedy Garcia's Drive-Thru offers carside service selling beer, wine, ice, cigarettes and snacks. Open Monday thru Friday 10am-12am; Saturday 10am - 1am ; Sunday 1pm - 12am. 432 371-3204

26. Far Flung Outdoor Center. River tours in rafts and canoes on the Rio Grande, from half day, to multiple day expeditions through awe inspiring canyons in and adjacent to Big Bend National Park. Guided Jeep and ATV tours from 3 hours up are available to remote National Park locations, as well as sites on otherwise inaccessible private property. Emphasis on spectacular views and natural/historical interpretation.  800-839-7238 local 371-2633

Las Casitas, located on Highway 170 next to Far Flung Outdoor Center,  offers new efficiency units complete with kitchens and utensils. They are set up to Accommodate up to 4 persons. Convenient to the National Park and Terlingua/Study Butte businesses.  800-839-7238

27. Roadrunner Deli. Offers breakfast burritos, coffee, cold drinks and big homemade sandwiches, to eat on site or on the go. Great place to outfit a no-pain picnic. Call ahead, and grab it as you go buy. 8:00am - 3:00pm daily except in the summer call ahead to order out at 432 371-2364

Check out Big Bend Chamber of Commerce