Terlingua
Chili Cook-off Town
State: Texas
County: Brewster County
Founded: 1903
Abandoned: 1942
Peak Population: 2,000
Terlingua was Texas's largest mercury producer. After mercury crashed, it nearly died. The annual Terlingua Chili Cook-off revived it as a quirky tourist destination.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Fall through spring
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: Half day
Quick Facts
- Mercury mining history
- Annual chili cook-off
- Big Bend gateway
Location
Address: Terlingua, Texas
Coordinates: 29.3136, -103.5917