Warning
GeneralA maximum of two motor vehicles, one vehicle with a trailer, one motorhome with tow vehicle or four motorcycles allowed per campsite. A maximum of four tents OR one wheeled camping unit and one tent allowed per campsite. Only 1 conversion van or other type of recreational vehicle allowed per site. Two (2) conversion vans or RVs require 2 campsites.
Warning
GeneralBig Bend National Park is an International Dark Sky Park. In the interest of protecting night skies, outdoor lighting will be limited between 10 PM and 6AM to handheld lighting designed for wayfinding and lighting needed for immediate camp chores or cooking.
About Rio Grande Village (Big Bend, TX)
Number of accommodations: 93
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
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Reviews (583)
What Guests Are Saying
Rio Grande Village offers a clean and well-maintained campground with friendly hosts and convenient amenities, including nearby hiking trails and birdwatching opportunities. Campers appreciated the spacious, shaded sites and the presence of wildlife like burros and javelinas. While some visitors experienced issues with wind and noise, overall, the atmosphere and beauty of the surrounding area left many eager to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Rio Grande Village offers a clean and well-maintained campground with friendly hosts and convenient amenities, including nearby hiking trails and birdwatching opportunities. Campers appreciated the spacious, shaded sites and the presence of wildlife like burros and javelinas. While some visitors experienced issues with wind and noise, overall, the atmosphere and beauty of the surrounding area left many eager to return.
Review Summary
Richard T
VerifiedMarch 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 093, Loop: Loop 1
Big Bend National Park is a Beautiful, Beautiful place! It is Big for sure. Way to big to visit in one day. Plan on spending a week there if possible. The restroom facilities were not very good. Having to pay for a shower is not acceptable. It is in a remote location, but for sure if I had the opportunity to return I would go!
Jack P
VerifiedMarch 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: Loop 1
Nice clean campground
Kayla J
VerifiedMarch 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: Loop 1
Camp hosts were amazing. Campground was clean and well maintained. We were able to book a spot the morning of and was lucky we did since they are a very busy spot. They have a bathroom. The showers were located 5 mins away with washer and driers at the little general store. $2 for 5 min hot showers. I would stay here again. We were camping in a tent with no amenities.
Sean S
VerifiedMarch 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: Loop 1
Amazing park, just all of us and wilderness!
We love you Big Bend!
Julie A
VerifiedMarch 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: Loop 1
We arrived in the dark. Took longer to drive from Fort Worth than we anticipated. Had a brand new tent that we never set up before. And the wind was hurricane force😂. Needless to say we did not have a tent to sleep in the first night but it was my favorite night. Blow up mattress in the bed of the truck under a million stars! Perfect. I loved the hiking trails. Loved crossing to Boquillas. Perfect spring break. Even my grown kids didn’t complain without internet! We’ll be back for sure❤️. Also the camp ground was so clean and had everything we needed. Absolutely beautiful park!
Deborah Leigh P
VerifiedMarch 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: Loop 1
Chisos Basin is really magical.
Rochelle D
VerifiedMarch 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 047, Loop: Loop 1
All of Big Bend National Park is fantastic, but overall, Rio Grande Village is fabulous! At the campground, the hosts were friendly and present, but not imposing or intrusive. The facilities were clean and the campground was very nice. Unfortunately, there are always one or two campers that are not cognizant or don't care about etiquette, walking through campsites more than the wild javelinas! The workers at the camp store were ALL friendly. The volunteers at the visitor center were helpful and humorous. My experiences in all the areas of Big Bend were pleasant, but none of them can hold a candle to the Village section. The drive to Elena Canyon, Chisos Basin and other points of interest were not too far and there were many stops along the way. Hot Springs was great with a short hike along the Rio Grande River and the longer mile loop up the bluff is worth it! I decided to do the Dugout Well Desert Trail and Dinosaur Discovery Exhibit on my way out and glad I did. Staying in Rio Grande Village was the best choice because at the end of a long day exploring, I was glad to have less people around for evening hikes or just hanging at my campsite. Night gazing was amazing on the clear nights, too!
Amanda A
VerifiedMarch 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 036, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful location near the Rio Grande River. Clean facilities with water access.
Wakefield S
VerifiedMarch 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: Loop 1
Many hikes can be done from this campground. Camp store has everything you need. Nice campsites.
Corinne M
VerifiedMarch 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 049, Loop: Loop 1
Great location, great campground, we were there specifically since this area is a dark sky park and at 4 AM we were going to be getting up for the lunar eclipse. Right during the middle of that, and there were dozens of people out there, the campground host got up and turned her outside white lights on, kept getting in and out of her truck which turned her headlights on, and then started driving all around the campground in her golf cart with all of her bright white lights on. You would think somebody hosting in a dark sky Park would have a little bit more knowledge of what’s going on around them.
Location Rio Grande Village (Big Bend, TX)
Address:
Po Box 129
Big Bend Nat. Park, TX, 79834
United States
From Interstate 10, take State Highway 385 south to Fort Stockton and into Marathon. From Marathon, drive 40 miles (62 km) (south on State Highway 385 to the north entrance of Big Bend National Park. Drive straight for 26 miles (42 km) to Park Headquarters at Panther Junction. Turn left and proceed for 20 miles (32 km) to the Rio Grande Village area. Turn left at the stop sign and follow signs into the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 29.1809 / -102.957
Elevation: 562 feet
Nearby National Park
In Big Bend National Park
Approximate driving time: 38 min
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
1PM
General
- Do not reserve campsites that you are not planning to stay in. A camper arriving the day AFTER the reservation begins is considered a No Show. A No Show may result in a cancellation of your ENTIRE reservation. Contact the park at 432-477-2251 if you are late or will not be arriving until the day after your reservation starts.
- Equipment Capacity. A maximum of two motor vehicles, one vehicle with a trailer, one motorhome with tow vehicle or four motorcycles allowed per campsite. A maximum of four tents OR one wheeled camping unit and one tent allowed per campsite. Only 1 conversion van or other type of recreational vehicle allowed per site. Two (2) conversion vans or RVs require 2 campsites.
- Campfires. NO wood or ground fires allowed at any time. Charcoal may be used in the raised grills provided at each site or on a charcoal or propane grill.
- Many sites are in a NO generator zone. Read the site details carefully before selecting a site.
- Food Storage Lockers/Bears & Wildlife. Bears, javelinas and bobcats frequent the area. All food must be kept in approved containers or in a hard-sided vehicle. Trash must be disposed of in the animal-proof dumpsters provided. Coolers or food boxes may not be unattended at any time. Cattle will sometimes cross the river from Mexico to graze on the grass in the campground. Please treat the cattle as you would any other wildlife by keeping a safe distance.
- Hammocks. Hammocks are only allowed when not affixed to natural features. Do not hang hammocks on trees. No hammocks or other devices may be attached/tied to trees or any other natural features or objects.
- Pets. Pets are allowed in each campsite, although they must be leashed and restrained at all times. Pets are not allowed on trails or in buildings.
- No Hookups. There are no electricity, water or sewer hookups at this facility. There is a dump/fill station at the campground entrance.
- No Showers. There are no showers at this campground. The Rio Grande Village camp store (a 5 to 15 minute walk) offers coin-operated showers.
- Are you still camping? If you leave your site during the day, please leave something at the site so we know you are not checking out early. A tent, camp chair, stove, book, etc. Something of little value but that indicates you plan to return.
- Flood Warning. Grassy areas within the campground are subject to flooding due to flood irrigation.
- High Wind Warning. High winds are prevalent in this campground! Stake down your belongings and keep a tidy campsite.
- Border Crossing. There is only one authorized border crossing within Big Bend National Park, located at Boquillas Crossing, a five minute drive from Rio Grande Village campground. Crossing the border at any other unauthorized location is illegal.
- Entrance Fee. Big Bend charges an entrance fee separate from the camping fee. You may pay the fee upon arrival or in advance. The park also honors Federal interagency passes (e.g., annual, senior, military, access, 4th grade, Golden Age pass etc.). For more information visit the park's Fees & Passes web page.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralA maximum of two motor vehicles, one vehicle with a trailer, one motorhome with tow vehicle or four motorcycles allowed per campsite. A maximum of four tents OR one wheeled camping unit and one tent allowed per campsite. Only 1 conversion van or other type of recreational vehicle allowed per site. Two (2) conversion vans or RVs require 2 campsites.
Warning
GeneralBig Bend National Park is an International Dark Sky Park. In the interest of protecting night skies, outdoor lighting will be limited between 10 PM and 6AM to handheld lighting designed for wayfinding and lighting needed for immediate camp chores or cooking.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
