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the property The Local Chapter Big Bend is made up of 392 acres of untouched, private high desert land on the Western boundary of Big Bend National Park. https://www.thelocalchapter.com/contact daily 0.75 2019-11-29 https://www.thelocalchapter.com/how-to-get-to-big-bend daily 0.75 2021-06-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5db7944680904f3781b03701/1574695406455-PXLECIGZ0V2KUA3SJVR1/ACS_1112.JPG Getting Here - getting here The Local Chapter is located immediately outside of the west entrance of the Big Bend National Park and is an 8.5 hour drive from Dallas and a 7 hour drive from Austin, Texas. The closest commercial airport is Midland (MAF), 237 miles from the Local Chapter. Southwest Airlines offers non-stops to Midland from Dallas, Houston, Austin and Albuquerque (as of fall 2019). Just 15 minutes from The Local Chapter, the privately-owned Lajitas International Airport has a 6,017' runway and is designed to accommodate a wide range of aircraft. Please note that car rentals are not available in this area. Marfa Municipal Airport (MRF) is 111 miles from The Local Chapter, offers two asphalt runways and is open to private travelers. Alpine–Casparis Municipal Airport (ALE) is 82 miles from The Local Chapter and welcomes private flights. Both cities offer car rentals. https://www.thelocalchapter.com/dining daily 0.75 2020-06-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5db7944680904f3781b03701/1576998606425-MO76IBDQX0Q2G4L6HFS0/ACS_0997.JPG Dining - DB’s Rustic BBQ Texas BBQ to go / 5 minute drive Texas BBQ is world famous and DBs is a must-try during your stay. Head to their highway trailer and order at the window for a to-go plate of some of the best BBQ in the state. Open Wednesday thru Saturday from 11 AM - 4 PM or sold out. 23270 FM 170 Terlingua, Texas next to Chisos Co. Mining Motel https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5db7944680904f3781b03701/1578013789077-HE800UK78ZWJYVAMU9AL/La+Posada+Milagro+Terlingua+Ghost+Town Dining - La Posada Milagro the breakfast spot / 12 minute drive Objectively the breakfast spot, Posada sits at the top of the Terlingua Ghost Town and will be your starting point each day. Walk up and order at the open kitchen then dine outside and enjoy the view. Everything on the breakfast menu is a hit - from the chorizo breakfast burrito with avocado to the french toast and berry smoothies; decent coffee options and wifi round out your meal. No need to rush; build this breakfast experience into your morning plan and ease into the day. Open 8AM-1PM daily (432) 371-3044 45 Milagro Way, Terlingua, TX 79852 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5db7944680904f3781b03701/1590976938636-52N840JY3MTGF0OZ5SE7/Screen+Shot+2020-05-31+at+9.01.53+PM.png Dining - Canyon Brew Coffee Breakfast for the road / 3 minute drive Our neighbors, the Far Flung Outdoor Center offer the most popular guided adventure tours in town and we are regulars at their coffee shop, Canyon Brew. Walk up to their to go window and grab some of the best morning brew in the area, blazing hot Texas kolaches with sausage and freshly-baked, gooey muffins. (432) 371-2633 Open 7-11AM daily 23310 FM170, Terlingua, TX 79852 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5db7944680904f3781b03701/1578013567873-H7R8WLR133THSW6W69BJ/Starlight+Theater+Terlingua+Ghost+Town Dining - The Starlight Theater The heart of local culture / 12 minute drive Our favorite dinner spot in the area, The Starlight is a staple of local culture and a must-visit during your stay. Doors open at 5PM and you will want to arrive early as there is often an extensive waiting list, especially on the weekends. Locals and their pups sit on the long front porch and enjoy sunset over a cold beverage and joining them for conversation will add color to your trip. Grab a cup of local recipe chili, the hearty Diego burger and the salmon plate; Ranch Water is the drink of choice. The Starlight has the highest quality food and wait staff in the area and you can expect city prices. Reservations are accepted for groups of 8 or more. (432) 371-3400 631 Ivey Rd, Terlingua, TX 79852 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5db7944680904f3781b03701/1590972183351-9E3Z8PDQEVTNT554TE2A/Longdraw+Pizza+Terlingua+Texas Dining - Long Draw Pizza Crave-worthy pies to go / 12 minute drive This pizza shop was recently resurrected by a local family and it is at the top of our list for best food in the area. 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