Things To Do

12 Gage Restaurant

We've got y'all covered for dinner on Friday and Saturday, but if you get to Marathon early or extend your stay, you should check out 12 Gage! Reservations are highly recommended.

White Buffalo Bar

V6 Coffee Bar

Coffee, breakfast, & lunch.

Brick Vault Brewery and Barbecue

Great Texas barbecue and a great spot for lunch during our wedding weekend.

Desert Ghost Distilling Company

Desert Ghost Distilling Co. makes small-batch Texas Whiskey and Bourbon. Stored and left to age in the high desert, the bourbon and whiskey achieve a unique flavor only the desert can provide.

Big Bend National Park

Adventure into one of Claire's favorite places for a hike along the Rio Grande in Boquillas or Santa Elena Canyon.

McDonald Observatory

If you enjoy the stars a fraction as much as Carter, you will love visiting the observatory! Star parties happen on Tuesday nights for anyone taking an extended vacation.

Fort Davis National Historic Site

Former frontier military post (1854–1891) with a 4 miles of hiking trails!

The Marfa Lights

Experience the enigmatic Marfa Lights, a mesmerizing desert phenomenon where mysterious, dancing orbs of light defy scientific explanation and captivate the imagination of travelers and paranormal enthusiasts alike. These rare, ethereal lights shimmer and move unpredictably across the Texas desert landscape, offering a truly unique and unforgettable spectacle that has puzzled observers for over a century.