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
Campground Amenities
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Potable Water -
Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (547)
What Guests Are Saying
Rio Grande Village offers a beautiful and well-maintained campground with stunning scenery, ample wildlife sightings, and a friendly atmosphere. Many visitors appreciated the clean facilities, helpful staff, and proximity to hiking trails and the Rio Grande. However, some guests noted challenges such as high winds, noise from wildlife, and issues with the reservation process, which may affect the overall experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Rio Grande Village offers a beautiful and well-maintained campground with stunning scenery, ample wildlife sightings, and a friendly atmosphere. Many visitors appreciated the clean facilities, helpful staff, and proximity to hiking trails and the Rio Grande. However, some guests noted challenges such as high winds, noise from wildlife, and issues with the reservation process, which may affect the overall experience.
Review Summary
m t
VerifiedOctober 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: Loop 1
Some nice campsites
John W
VerifiedOctober 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: Loop 1
Was in Big Bend for only three nights but managed two solid days of hiking. The trails were well marked and maintained. The views both during the day and of the night sky were spectacular. The park is vast.
Laura R
VerifiedOctober 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 085, Loop: Loop 1
We were booked for site 90 but were able to move to site 85. If you have an rv larger than a tear-drop camper, you will NOT be able to fit into site 90. No matter what Recreation.gov says or the pictures show, it is not doable. The camp ground was great though, lots of wild horses roaming through daily. Big Bend Park was awesome. Two must do's, Windows Trail and Santa Elena Canyon Trail down to the Rio Grande River. Night time star gazing is amazing as well.
Phillip D
VerifiedOctober 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: Loop 1
The mesquite nettles in the grassed area made it difficult to pitch a tent. The loose livestock was kind of cute, but annoying as the horses grazed right next to our tents during the nights. The price of the campsite was especially good and even better with a Parks Pass.
Clay S
VerifiedOctober 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: Loop 1
The camp host was welcoming and gracious. Facilities were clean and great access to park sights.
Caitlin W
VerifiedOctober 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: Loop 1
The site was well maintained. I liked having the ranch animals walking through the campsite.
Yvonne T
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: Loop 1
Terrific hosts! Kept areas clean and maintained communication with campers. The store staff could be a bit friendlier though.
Tom N
VerifiedOctober 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: Loop 1
I was there in late September early October. It was very hot during the day and late into the night. If you're in an RV I highly recommend you get an electric site. If you're in a tent i'm sorry. The store at the campground does have gas and laundry.
Horses and donkeys are frequently seen in the campground. The donkeys have bells on them. They can wake you up at night.
There's a trail that goes off the back of one of the campsites.It's a nice little hike.
Highly recommend doing it early in the morning.
Before it gets too hot.
JORGE O
VerifiedOctober 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: Loop 1
It was very very good, you have bathroom clean and water to use and drink very close to the campground it was silent and you feel safe. Rangers were allways aware. Keep in mind that the only thing is that its too hot almost all of the year
Tomasz T
VerifiedOctober 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: Loop 1
We absolutely do not understand that in such a place there is no cold water shower - very tired and sweaty after the whole day, we arrived after 6 pm and there was no possibility to exchange dollars for small change
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
Policies & Rules
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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. |
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Check-in Time. You may occupy your campsite anytime after 1:00 PM. Your site will be marked. There is no official check-in procedure. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Generators. Many sites are in a NO generator zone. From November 1 until April 30, Generator hours are 8:00AM-11:00AM and 5:00PM-8:00PM. May 1 through October 31, generator hors are8:00AM-8:00PM. Read the site details carefully before selecting a site. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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No Hookups. There are no electricity, water or sewer hookups at this facility. There is a dump/fill station at the campground entrance. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Flood Warning. Grassy areas within the campground are subject to flooding due to flood irrigation. |
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High Wind Warning. High winds are prevalent in this campground! Stake down your belongings and keep a tidy campsite. |
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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. |
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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.
