I Visited The Ghost Town That Defends Texas From The Yankee Interlopers - Terlingua

[@Nicksonian]

Texas chili can have beans. I have made chili from a paperback cookbook from 1965, by Walter Jetton, caterer to the LBJ ranch of President Lyndon B. Johnson. “Pegleg Shorty’s Chili” is nothing but lean beef, fat, water, and a list of spices. Immediately following in the book is “Shorty’s Chili Con Carne” which is simply the addition of BEANS. It seems that if beans were okay for LBJ’s caterer, they should be good enough for Texas. Leading a healthier lifestyle, I now make chili regularly, but with tons of beans because they’re one of the healthiest foods you can eat…certainly much more so than beef. LBJ died at age 65, no doubt a combination of stress and that heart-killer Texas cuisine.

[@klawiehr]

Con carne (with beef) means adding beans, that’s funny

[@Nicksonian]

@@klawiehrI think you’re confused. Yes, “con carne” means “with meat” … not “with beans.” The phrase Chili con carne would suggest that MEAT has been added to the basic chili recipe. Chili with beans would be called “Chili con Frijoles.” A Chili con Carne recipe can, but doesn’t necessarily include beans.

[@markaycock9835]

Satan called LBJ home early😂

[@Nicksonian]

@@markaycock9835And you can meet him there.

[@jimbruton9482]

NO!

[@margaretwells8987]

This is, I think, my favorite video so far. At my age, I will never get to see any of these places, so I really look forward to your videos, especially the ones about this area of Texas. I have always wanted to visit that part of Texas. These videos allow me to do that, thank you.

[@usmcmos0317]

@@margaretwells8987 glad you got to see my adopted home. I’ve been all over the world and seen many many places. No I was born here, wasn’t even born in Texas, but I adopted Texas and Texas adopted me from the first time I ever saw it. Texas may not be on my birth certificate but im as Texas as it gets. LoL

[@rockdisappeared9203]

Cody and Kellie have a lot better videos of Terlingua, Texas (if you’re interested in more Terlingua, TX videos). They did all of the highlights, and none of the lowlights. Whereas this guy only ever does the lowlights of any given tiny town he goes to. Apparently there’s also a place to go glamping in the desert.

[@usmcmos0317]

Thank you so much you’ve made my day, my week, my year. You have taken me home. I don’t actually live in the town I’m 9-10 miles out. It’s not for everyone but it’s the most beautiful place on earth to me and I’ve been around this world many times. This is my all time favorite video you have ever or will ever do and I appreciate it so much. As I’m sure the fine people of Terlingua do as well. It’s a little quirky but so are we. I’ve been in every one of those shops, buildings , stores at one time or another. And a couple of them were regular at least once a week. The restaurant is great especially when you’re tired of cooking for yourself or eating your buddies cooking too. LoL and the bar there is a refreshing water hole on a hit day or anytime as we. Also have stayed in several of the different places you can rent but just for a weekend especially at the chili cook off. And if you have never been to it I suggest you give it a try you won’t be disappointed. My buddies and I call the last little town goatville LoL and Mayor Henry could serve as a model for some real life politicians in my opinion. LoL. Even though I’m gone right now I will never leave this place, eventually what’s left of me will be in that cemetery with my people. Thank you Joe for doing this one, you have no idea what it means to me I truly appreciate it. Safe travels my friend and keep filming I’ll keep watching.

[@JoeandNicsRoadTrip]

Cool, thanks! This is one of my favorite places I've ever visited. I loved it there.

[@usmcmos0317]

@ yeah me too the weather is great for a beat up guy like myself. And the people are the best. I am so happy you done this one. And seeing it through your view and your lens gave me that feeling the first time I saw it. 👍

[@DOUGARRINGTON-h3f]

And thanks to you we also get to see the wonderful places you visit. Thanks for what you do!!!!

[@allenegbert1669]

Terlingua was our "headquarters" when we explored the Big Bend country of Texas. Also, when we went to Presidio, we took the road that somewhat follows the Rio Grande. We went as far East as Langtry, Texas. I really like that part of Texas including Fort Davis, Alpine and the observatory.

[@klawiehr]

My friend and I went there last April and did a similar thing, went through Langtry and Del Rio and then back up to north Texas where we live.

[@usmcmos0317]

@@allenegbert1669 I’ve had the opportunity to live almost anywhere I chose and I chose here. From the first time I saw it I knew this was home for me. This entire group of videos is literally my stomping ground. And my home is a little ways out of the town of Terlingua. It’s a great place and the weather is great for a guy with a lot of metal parts holding him together.

[@Ellis_B]

​@@klawiehrNo country for old men

[@zekrk504]

Such a great stop Joe and Nic!! Quirky with a very cool history! Thanks so much!!

[@sparksandchips]

I rode my motorcycle out there in 2004 to Big Bend, Terlingua and Marfa the trip of a lifetime, watching this makes me want to return.

[@jakeminniti]

got a cabin and an rv out on some land on the Terlingua Ranch, go out there 5 times a year- we hardly ever go into town anymore too many people- love our peace and quiet and no people out on the property love it .

[@Ferengiprofiteer]

Headed to our 160 acres of it to hunt mulies and audads tonight. 🤠🤙

[@m.d.grimes1622]

Would never see these places without watching your videos, you are very much appreciated Joe...thanks.

[@ashleymeggan]

And that’s the whole problem.

[@m.d.grimes1622]

@@ashleymeggan ?

[@nigelhevery1610]

Hello from New Zealand. We did a boys trip through the US April 2023 and spent a night in Terlingua on our way from San Antonio to El Paso which was a highlight of the trip. The drive was magnificent with stunning scenery. We did et buzzed by a Border Patrol Chopper though. Love your videos, keep up the great work.

[@zoidmo3388]

I'm so grateful seeing these places through your eyes, Joe & Nicole. 100% better than through a typical tourism agency. I've been loving your channel for quite some time now. Never ever disappointed with all you share with us.

[@JoeandNicsRoadTrip]

@@zoidmo3388 Thank you, Zoid!!!

[@zoidmo3388]

@@JoeandNicsRoadTrip 🥰

[@ajf5823]

I spent last winter in Terlingua and it’s definitely unique! It’s a shame you didn’t stay in a teepee or glass dome with Nicole to check out the beautiful night sky and then get a meal at Starlight Theater. I would have loved to have your review! The Day of the Dead festival at the cemetery is great! Everyone lights a candle at the graves and the locals bring food. People dress up, play music and dance. AND it’s free! The chili contest isn’t free. It’s quite pricey and unless you’re a judge you can’t partake of any chili. There are actually 2 contests. One is smaller and less “raunchy.” Terlingua is definitely an interesting place it has been discovered, which might not be a good thing.

[@Materialworld4]

Joe and Nic, I absolutely Love your excellent videos. I Humbly Thank You Both, Bravo.

[@JoeandNicsRoadTrip]

Awesome, thank you!!

[@catlover614]

A wonderful video! These "ghost towns" are always so fascinating to explore! I love the old converted theatre! Thank you so much, Joe and Nic.🥰

[@DansTravels5823]

I was there about a year ago and recall signs up saying "Don't Marfa My Terlingua". Awesome place.

[@cherienafo7676]

Thanks U2 ! just paying for my fix here !🙃😆

[@kitrina63]

Wow ! What a Beautiful part of the country! You are very fortunate to be able to do what you do. Thanks for taking us along for the ride! 💞😊

[@Lescqe3uj]

We found Terlingua by accident. We were rving cross country and needed a place to park our coach to visit Big Bend National Park and they have an awesome rv park in town. The food and hospitality around town was second to none. We will definitely stop back when we are in the area again.

[@Fit2beTied]

The documentary was called Badlands Texas. I recommend it pretty interesting.

[@gregpies1649]

Thanks Joe for your research and commentary it makes your videos so much interesting 😊

[@GlorifiedG-z9c]

There was a TV show about that place, it was called Badlands, Texas , it was pretty interesting.

[@TaterTots380]

Another big business was the gathering of creosote bush from the desert. Huge bundles would be tied to the back of burros. Packs of wild burros were very common in the area when we used to go there back in the 80's. If you do make it there you will see the ruins of very small adobe structures, smaller than most modern living rooms. That tiny structure usually housed an extended family. At night only the women slept in the house, the men slept outdoors, often on the roof.

[@annjacobs7764]

Honestly, this video brightened my mood!

[@mikemalloy1681]

I love it out there. I go there once a year to photograph the night sky.

[@uncletoogie]

Next time down in the Presidio area, try Candelaria where the pavement ends. Truly the middle of nowhere and beautiful.

[@gumotx]

Coming up on 500,000 subscribers soon! Congratulations!

[@jgringo5516]

I’ve been there. Drove past it going into BB. The scenery out there is unreal. It is well worth the 8.5 hour drive from the Houston area. Big Bend is off the chain cool!

[@marknelson5929]

Gee I love watching your trips. Have been watching for many years now, and never fail to be amazed at what you show, uncover, reveal etc to us all - to your league of dedicated KZbin travellers from around the world, 'accompanying' you from the passenger seat of your Ford Bronco or on foot.

[@everydaypresent444]

Another video from Joe and Nic on a Tuesday!? Makes my day! I for sure want to visit Terlingua and Lajita. Lots of interesting stuff to ponder.

[@tudo8412]

Thanks Joe & Nic. Best of LUCK to you both. ❤

[@catcrazy67]

Great scenery the RV lodges look really neat ❤

[@NativeNYer]

Ty Joe and Nicole 4 finding more great places! That was awesome 👌! We love what u do also and whoever watches these vids gets 2 c it with u!! Tyvm and u guys b safe.

[@aaronbehindbars]

Yep, not a lot of border crossings in this area. It's too remote and the terrain is very unforgiving for miles either side of the river.

[@MikeBarbarossa]

It's the most remote part of Mexico there, and the only way through is on a road, and everyone in the small villages will see you coming . It's vitrually impossible to just trek by foot off the road there. So no real need for border patrol/wall there

[@marleymatthews7633]

​@@MikeBarbarossaAnd if they did see I doubt they'd care why would they lol.

[@zoest8873]

In 2018, my family road tripped from Dallas to Big Bend National Park and stayed nearby at Lajitas Golf Resort. I remember going to the grocery store and surprised to see some gluten free and lots of name brand products. We visited Marfa, Alpine and Fort Davis area. It was the only time I’ve gotten to see the Milky Way. I’ve never been any here more rural but it’s an absolutely stunning area. My favorite part is the mayor of Lajitas is a goat.

[@donsmith4534]

My wife and I had never been to the Terlingua chile cookout till last year. We stayed with some friends of our who have a house 14 mile away. It's beautiful country. I remember years ago hearing that the winning chili was buzzard breath chili. About 30 years ago I was talking with a young man that got so drunk at the cookout he wandered off into the desert and fell down a mine and landed face down and one of his eyeballs popped out of socket still connected to his brain. He said he saw light staight up while face down. He said he didn't loose consciousness and no broken bones. He was found and no major injuries probably because he was so drunk....Only in Texas

[@Ellis_B]

That's nuts

[@cherienafo7676]

Thanks for showing these odd places- I,d loved to have travelled to stay a while in them- would hope to experience some odd-ball / excentric characters there, perhaps ? Terlingua looks like a good place to shoot a movie! LOVE LOVE Mayor Clay ! I,d vote for him ! best Mayor I ever saw !

[@pattyk734]

The last quirky town you were in also had higher median house value I think. This is right up my alley also.

[@dianaoneil5469]

I enjoy your trips and information about different towns because I would never get to see them otherwise. It’s so interesting to see the different states and how people live.

[@analevak9858]

How many people get to see this?! Well I do, thanks to you!!! Thank you so much for showing us these places! Looking forward to your new adventures ❤

[@thebes118]

I think beans enhance the chili.😅 I like it either way, long as it tastes good. However I don't like flaming hot, so leave the overboard heat out.

[@DarlaHamilton-q7i]

I just want you to know how much I appreciate your videos….. you have a great voice for this and I am indeed a Yankee at heart, born in Brooklyn, NY but still love ❤️ you !!

[@JoeandNicsRoadTrip]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@carolynann831]

I've been there. It's a beautiful place to drive. It is very remote. I live in Texas and it's a 12 hour drive from where I am without stopping.

[@texasww6853]

Thanks for the ride Joe and Nic. Following from Odessa Tx

[@JoeandNicsRoadTrip]

Thanks!

[@NetNathan1]

Have to put that Chili Cookoff on my bucket list.. FYI... Coins left on a headstone are a way to show respect to the deceased and to let the family know that someone visited: Pennies: A penny means that someone visited the headstone. Nickels: A nickel means that the visitor and the deceased veteran trained together at boot camp. Dimes: A dime means that the visitor and the deceased veteran served together in some capacity. The practice of leaving coins for the dead dates back to classical antiquity, when people believed that the dead needed coins to pay a ferryman to cross the river Styx.

[@davidlinck7459]

Great channel...That part of Texas sure is Beautiful. You do a great job with the videos. It's like I'm right there watching and exploring with U..Great job.. Keep up the good work, great video..👍🙂🙏🏻

[@manmohankaur9935]

I always like to see the places when I was back home ,then I came here almost it’s been 3 decade now and I found your channel it’s amaze me how you showing the places going town by town and giving the information about the place and people how they live back then and now I can see through your eyes the different places feel like I am there I am really Thankyou and God bless you and your family keep going 🙏🌺❤️

[@unsubcooper]

That grave with the bottles on top of it made my day!😊

[@oklahomafreedom5536]

Having 2 great grandma's from Texas, they could have preached the chili 🌶️. LoL, yes Texas got the best chili in the world 😂❤

[@alexandralovesgoats3360]

I love these off the beaten track towns! Quirky is my style! Great video! Love the history and scenery. ❤ love the statue at at the 5:45 mark. Incredible cemetery. Jail cell looks pretty bleak. Sunoco is iconic. I have a gas can from an antique store. Love the goat mayor. 😂 Appreciate the boarder footage! Gorgeous area.

[@irmalujan1723]

Nothing like Texas food ☺️❤️

[@2QuartersKorean]

I've been there twice while visiting Beg Bend national park. Most people there are tourist because the summers are an extremely hot time to visit. If you visit during summertime, you will succumb to heat related injuries if not careful an prepared while venturing out on trail hikes. The starlight theatre had good eats when I ate there years back. Also there are many unique places to stay around Terligua, Big Bend national park, Big Bend state park. Also it's extremely dark at night compared to being in a city.

[@terryarmstrong8598]

I've loved my "off-season" summer visits. Definitely requires focus on protecting oneself from the heat.

[@JKwakulla]

Love the Shiner Bock shirt. 👍👍👍

[@FabriceLEQUEUX]

JOE AND NIC THANK YOU I LIKE THE VIDEO PRESENTED AND THAT OF TEXAS I WISH YOU AND LOVED ONES A HAPPY THANKSGIVING CORDILLY TO YOU............FABRICE

[@JoeandNicsRoadTrip]

Thank you, Fabrice!

[@johnmonaco1028]

Love these places... I am moving there! Beautiful and Affordable

[@rodneyerwin1512]

Been there, done that and it is a very interesting experience with some laid back people that’s for sure!

[@ogk9com]

I bought some land just south of Dell City and west of the Guadalupe's. I've never seen it. I hope to get out there soon, your channel allows me to see the other side of Texas. Thank you. Eventually I'll actually retire 👍

[@markaycock9835]

Pretty desolate at Dell City.

[@usmcmos0317]

@@ogk9com I have a small place about 10 miles out of Terlingua I love it can be lonely for some people but I have no problem with that it’s what I like. Good luck to ya

[@stevekelly2262]

YES!!! No beans! Thank you, Thank you!

[@krazykat64]

Ha, I'm a native Texan and my wife is from the northwest and we have had numerous arguments during our 35 years of marriage over the beans/no beans debate. That is absolutely a hill I'm willing to die on. 😅

[@JoeandNicsRoadTrip]

Me too!!! :)

[@judithgrantham9039]

I am sure the landscape is prettier in person than on the u tube. Interesting travels! Thank you!

[@wrath231]

What an awesome little town. Cool vibe.

[@pattywaters4269]

Thoughts of early ‘70s and the Jerry Jeff Walker album “Viva Terlingua” loved that album ❤ Luckenbach TX and other great songs

[@jjarm]

All of your videos are quite watchable and very informative. But, this one is really cool……..I’m going to visit Terlinqua and Marfa soon. Thanks for the heads-up!

[@JoeandNicsRoadTrip]

Awesome! You'll love it in both places.

[@annglynn2097]

Wow, that cemetery! 😯 Incredible beauty throughout the whole video 🥰

[@carolynsilvers9999]

I’m impressed that the cemetery and its decor isn’t disrupted

[@robatsea2009]

That cemetery reminded me of one I visited in a ghost town in Alberta. There were a couple of surviving structures as well as a beautifully restored old church, out in the middle of nowhere. A few people lived on farms in the vicinity, but its days were long in the past, likely decided when the railroad no longer came through. The cemetery itself had an abundance of children buried there, which was tremendously sad to see. Given the dates of their short lives it coincided with the Spanish Flu epidemic, and I suspect that was the culprit for such a high mortality. There was one tragic citation though, a boy who had been killed by a barn door that fell on him. Hard, hard times.

[@TheAsif5182]

cemetry is so beautiful and the toys on the graves of childs .omg they re all in heaven enjoy their lives ,who area of terlingua is awesome and worthy to visit .i wish i could spend a day in teepee .❤

[@MyHumanWreckage]

Joe, you’re making Texas look really fascinating. I hope to visit some day.

[@kathyfreeman5281]

Awesome to see the rio grande. Being disabled in ohio i would never get the chance to see it in person. Thank you

[@flaviocanuto1]

Amazing and UNIQUE place!

[@dogsbody77]

For some reason, I like this town. 🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@629GSMITH]

I am native Texan. 73 yrs old. Love your videos.

[@bluebritten]

Another awesome video, love seeing all these remote places, greetings from New Zealand.

[@MobsterTiger]

God Bless 🙏 Love your work! I'm officially addicted! Lol 👍

[@RighteousWilly]

I visited Terlingua several times in the late 1970's because I was playing music with Kent Finlay (the poet laureate of all things Texas Chili). Kent wrote the definitive song regarding the "Chili: beans or no beans?" controversy. The song was "If You Know Beans About Chili, You Know That Chili Has No Beans" If you know beans about chili You know it didn’t come from Mexico Chili was God’s gift to Texas (Or maybe it came from down below) And chili doesn’t go with macaroni And dammed Yankee’s don’t go with chili queens; And if you know beans about chili You know that chili has no beans - Ken Finlay 1976

[@darrellsaunders4267]

Jerry Jeff Walker put out a great album named VIVA TERLINGUA.

[@jimdavis9084]

Like a desperado waitin for a train

[@RiisPark99]

Another spectacular travelogue! You two need to be on a travel channel or PBS

[@michaelhammond5895]

Very beautiful there. You guys are the best tour guides on KZbin !

[@JoeandNicsRoadTrip]

Wow, thank you Michael!

[@michael.mcshan]

I have a package of Wick Fowler's chili mix in my pantry, ready for preparing the next pot of chili.

[@lindamagnan6749]

Good trip along the way. Reminds me of the small town Muleshoe Texas which is north west of here 6 or 7 hours

[@Weisewulf]

About for years ago in St Simons Island GA Im at my sisters and on her coffee table is the new Southern Living with an article by a lady who visited Terlingua and the Big Bend with her mom After reading it Im captivated and plan on getting down there Hell you never know I might even stay Thanks Joe Your vids are so cool

[@cumulusvapes7]

Sure is ALOT OF PLACES for sale out there! I kept seeing Terlingua Terlingua Terlingua on Zillow,i did a QUICK search and found it wasnt for me but.... super duper great to see a tour of it! 👍

[@RelaxingDrives00]

Amazing scenery-feels like I’m right there!

[@SmallDrives]

That was a cool cemetery to visit! Such personalised graves!

[@usmcmos0317]

@@SmallDrives yes it is. This place is my home and when I’m done I plan on being put right there. It’s just one of the coolest cemeteries especially to me.

[@SmallDrives]

@ 🤗👍That’s cool, it sure is a great place to rest in peace! 😌

[@redrebels24]

The teepee park is ABSOLUTELY CLUTCH

[@terryarmstrong8598]

I've been going to Terlingua for almost 40 years. By far, it's my favorite place in the US.

[@bigjohn2048]

Joe there was a famous murder of a bar owner in Terlingua a decade or so ago that they made a TV series about. The murder is still " unsolved " and makes a very interesting watch. I can't remember the name but I am sure you can find it . If you find and watch it let us know what you think of it !!! Keep up the great productions !!!!!!

[@whome1299]

Glen was murdered by Tony.

[@wehrmeister]

NatGeo series "Badlands, Texas", I found it on YT. On a motorcycle trip from Houston to El Paso, I stopped in Terlingua for lunch before riding the Presidio Highway heading out west from Terlingua to Presidio (a very beautiful drive/ride) on Highway 170 (about 75 miles along the Rio Grande). Before getting on the bike to take off, I talked to a guy, who I found out is Mike Kaspar, a local and singer (who I came back later to see him play), he told me about the series, he's in it. Ended up talking to him for close to an hour before taking off for El Paso, great guy.

[@mexicounexplained]

Great show. Thanks a bunch Joe.

[@bethmainagakunga4017]

❤❤❤❤🎉i live in Kenya🇰🇪🇰🇪 but have toured many placea with you Joe and Nic ..at least we have seen the U.S that is not shown by media😂❤thank you

[@rvlivingwiththegeezer7791]

Joe actually there are two Chili Cookoffs that take place each November (1st Saturday). They are across the road from each other. Temps. down there can hit 120 in Summer! One of the greens on the Lajitas course is on an island in the river.

[@KB6YAF]

So, for most of us that are not familiar with a true Texas chili, could you advise where we could go to buy/order some? Yeah, you peaked my interest!! BTW, I listened to your live interview the other day and LOVED it. .....Now, what about 'cat sightings'..?? I always look forward to your videos when they come out and always hope there are cat sightings. If I were to guess, one of the main hobbies of people in town would be "Creative Rock Stacking" I am also curious about the seasonal temperatures. It seems as if the late Fall and Winter might be the time to visit. So, Joe, I can't tell you enough how great it is to wake up in the morning, get over to my computer, and see a new video post from you! It really starts my day out right! .....Russell D.

[@indianaslim4971]

Wolf brand chili is the best you will find in a can, it's made in Texas but isn't easily found in some places, and yes they have chili with or without beans.

[@Majestic167]

Looks like a very unique place to visit. I’d definitely hit up the bar/restaurant. A lot of times, the best food comes from small mom, and pop type restaurants. All the kids are in the cemetery!! Such a shame.

[@simonhenry3815]

wow Joe - this town looks exactly like my neighbouring town in the desert of South Australia. Place is called Andamooka, it is hundreds of miles from anywhere and was founded on opal mining. It has since become an arts hub of the desert.

[@isaackalu2512]

Joe & Nic have done it again with excellent coverage and professional analysis. It's unbelievable that millions of people are homeless, while there are millions of empty and abounded properties. What a world Of wastes. A world without common sense.

[@mikenuyen4441]

Very interesting place, Terlingua.

[@khalidabahadar1790]

love your vlog please about weather too thanks

[@benhesterly462]

Interesting area, guess beauty is in the eyes of the beholder.

[@johnwood551]

It’s a tourist spot. Lots of people have bought property there for tourista trade. The Chili cook off started there (where Chilis’ restaurant won many medals that really got the started. If you remember their original menu had Terlinqua Burger, Study Butte burger ,Alpine Burger. Locals from Alpine, Marfa and other Texas towns came down here to drink and buy beers for the beer drinking goat.

[@sallyeverett9001]

Been to both of them towns way back in the day. Kool!

[@sarahdearborn9191]

I'm originally from Connecticut, so I don't know the truth about chili con carni 😅. A pleasure to see this part of Texas.😊❤

[@judywilson9003]

Texas certainly has some good BBQ. I would like to taste some of that Chili 🌶️.

[@davidkachel]

You guys are hitting all my favorite haunts!