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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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 (629)
What Guests Are Saying
Rio Grande Village campground in Big Bend, TX, offers a lovely and peaceful camping experience with well-maintained facilities, clean bathrooms, and a charming natural setting filled with wildlife such as donkeys and javelinas. While the heat can be intense during summer months, the campground provides great access to nearby hiking trails and stunning views of the night sky. Overall, visitors appreciate the serene atmosphere, helpful staff, and the beauty of the surrounding landscape, making it a desirable destination for nature lovers.
What Guests Are Saying
Rio Grande Village campground in Big Bend, TX, offers a lovely and peaceful camping experience with well-maintained facilities, clean bathrooms, and a charming natural setting filled with wildlife such as donkeys and javelinas. While the heat can be intense during summer months, the campground provides great access to nearby hiking trails and stunning views of the night sky. Overall, visitors appreciate the serene atmosphere, helpful staff, and the beauty of the surrounding landscape, making it a desirable destination for nature lovers.
Review Summary
Ellen G
VerifiedJune 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: Loop 1
Greaat location for hikes to Boquillas, to the Hot Springs, and to the Boquillas crossing, although that was closed the day we were there.
Camp was clean and had lots of critters (javelinas, donkeys, lots of birds) to entertain us.
Also there is a great Nature Hike, more extensive than a typical park Nature hike. Do it!
John P
VerifiedJune 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 061, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful desert landscape and outstanding hiking trails, even from the campground itself. Amazing star viewing. But HOT even in February. No cell reception. When we return we’ll have a higher altitude or electric site and starlink. We have to be accessible for family.
Craig C
VerifiedJune 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop 1
spot was great, people were friendly AND they had ICE! It was wonderful
Cynthia B
VerifiedJune 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: Loop 1
The site was great; the ranger was also awesome. She was very nice, introduced herself to everyone, and came late to warn campers of possible bad weather. There was a trail to the Rio Grande, saw some wild horses. There was a well-stocked camp store with a pay shower and laundry. It was a tad hot :) The campground was roomy with shaded pavilions.
Andrea D
VerifiedJune 5, 2026 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: Loop 1
This campsite location was like no other, if you’re looking to get away away, I would opt for this campsite. We saw so many wild animals, stayed right by the Rio, and had so many once in a life time experiences here! We can’t wait to come back :) unfortunately our camp host was not very “host like” which is something you really need when you’re off grid and out of the service area range. Sunday night, we were hit by showers and 30+ mph winds and our host never mentioned it to us or gave us a heads up so that we could decide what to do, we were tent camping so you could imagine how that went…it turned bad quickly and the host was 2 sites down watching us struggle and all weekend the only thing she said to us was that the speed limit was 10 mph through the campground. I would’ve felt much safer had she been an actual host and came around at the bare minimum introducing herself and welcoming us to the park. Luckily we learned these are volunteers so we are hopeful someone else will be there the next time we stay. Overall we had the most spectacular time despite a few set backs throughout the weekend!
Kasi S
VerifiedJune 5, 2026 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: Loop 1
Campsite was great! There is lots of wildlife so be aware. An awesome spot to watch the stars! The bathrooms and washing stations were not very clean and infested with bugs
Gustave S
VerifiedJune 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 075, Loop: Loop 1
Decent site in the middle of the campground. No complaints.
Cody F
VerifiedJune 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: Loop 1
Great campsite. Really easy to check in and out. Very beautiful area
Breanne D
VerifiedMay 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: Loop 1
Campsite 21, great location. Easy access to bathrooms and dishwash stations. Close enough to walk to store, showers and laundry if needed. Well maintained facilities and grounds.
Michael G
VerifiedMay 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: Loop 1
Great website and always a lot of information.
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.
Elevation: 562 feet
Nearby National Park
In Big Bend National Park
Approximate driving time: 38 min
534 mi drive to downtown Big Bend Nat. Park (about 8 hr 36 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: September 7, 2026
