There is nothing like being able to disconnect from the modern world and live off of the land for a while. As the second biggest state in the country with a handful of well known
fast growing suburbs, the Lone Star State offers a variety of expansive areas that one could easily get lost in. Living off the grid is conducive to the independent spirit that rushes through every Texan and is a great way to experience nature without the hustle and bustle of society. Check out these best places to go off grid in Texas.
Piney Woods
Located on the Eastern side of the state, the
Piney Woods area is a large region that is known for its large pine tree forests and dense underbrush. Many adventurers choose to go “behind the pine curtain” to escape the normal Texas culture that is so prevalent in the state. The Big Thicket is the densest area of this region that is covered in pine, hickory, and oak trees. This area of the state receives a moderate to heavy amount of rainfall making it a great spot for those who collect rainwater for off-the-grid uses.
Due to its location near Louisiana basin, the Piney Woods area is home to some bayous and sloughs as well that provide natural resources like Spanish Moss. The area is also home to small breeds of wildlife for those off the grid visitors who choose to hunt for meals. Rabbits, foxes, and deer are all commonly sighted in the area as well.
Terlingua
This Texas
ghost town is well known for attracting the ultimate adventurers who want to live off grid. It is widely known as an off-the-grid destination site as people flock to see if they can live life in the harsh West Texas environment. Terlingua is in the Chihuahuan Desert making this off grid area a challenging environment that can see a wide range of temperature fluctuation during the course of a day. The intense heat of the Texas sun bodes well for natural water heating and minimizes the need for extra heat sources during the winter months.
Canyon, Texas
This beautiful piece of Texas is located near the
Palo Duro Canyon and has been inhabited for thousands of years. Canyon, Texas is located near the Red River and Prairie Dog Town Fork providing amazing views and scenery of the best that Texas has to offer. The canyon system includes many opportunities to set up an off grid camp and has enough sustainable resources to support off grid living. Located in the Texas Panhandle, Canyon is a natural area for resources like deer, turkey, quail and dove. Some mountain lions and bobcats are also in the area although less frequently seen. The northern location of this area is great for those looking for a warm climate without the humidity of other parts of the state.
RV Park to check out nearby:
Palo Duro RV Park
Choose Your Own Spot
Texas is so big that almost any rural area is ideal for off the grid living. Whether you post up in one of
Texas’ many RV parks or simply find your own piece of land in the desert, there are a lot of options in the expansive land that Texas has to offer. Water collection systems and
solar panels will help make life more enjoyable. Hunting is welcomed in most areas of Texas and killing your own game will help add protein to your meals. The long growing season under the Texan sun is also a great resource to grow your own fruits and vegetables nearly all year long.
Texas is a natural area for those seeking off the grid living as there is plenty of room and space to spread out and keep away from the modern world. The long lasting warmer season bodes well for easy heating of living spaces as well as heating water tanks commonly used in off grid living. Natural resources such as small game are prevalent in the area as well as a kindred independent spirit that is commonly shared in the Lone Star State. Venture out to see these best places to go off grid in Texas.