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
JOHNNIE W
VerifiedApril 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 075, Loop: Loop 1
The Park is ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL! We did enjoy our stay. That being said, the Winds in this Campsite are manifestly Hideous! I am quite sure that I am not the only one to complain about the lack of Wind Protection, and Did I happen to Mention the NIGHT-LONG-BURRO-MATING-CRIES! As I mentioned, this is the Most Beautiful Park we have visited. If it were not for the Winds that caused us to sleep in our Vehicle, as did many other Tenter's, and the Donkeys, This park would deserve 10 Stars.
Steven M
VerifiedApril 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop 1
Rio Grande Village was great. One issue regarding Recreation.gov was that the site showed that Cottonwood Campground at BBNP as being closed until November. While at BBNP I went by Cottonwood, only to find it open with campers staying there. Had the website been correct , we would stayed at Cottonwood. As it was, we had to resort to staying at a rv park in Study Butte.
Lily K
VerifiedApril 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: Loop 1
Bathrooms were very clean easily accessible. It is one of the only campsites, lacking and awning, which would’ve been nice.
Edward B
VerifiedApril 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: Loop 1
This campground was fantastic, and we enjoyed our stay. We were woken up by braying donkeys at night a couple of times though. Will definitely be back!
Vincent B
VerifiedApril 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 087, Loop: Loop 1
Nice and quiet camping. The sink to wash dishes were not usable due to lighting fail and foul smell.
Byron A
VerifiedApril 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 050, Loop: Loop 1
Not the fault of the NPS, but it was extremely windy on the second day with dust in the air. Difficult to eat at the tent site, so ended up leaving two nights early. Moreover, the birding on the boardwalk and the cottonwood trees was disappointing which was one of the major reasons for tenting at Rio G. The store was poorly stocked and the showers were primitive. All and all for us for the two days for us, it just was not a pleasant place to be.
Steve M
VerifiedApril 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 085, Loop: Loop 1
We were in rio grand village campground on the tenting side. The bathroom and the mens room had no lights no soap and no towels to dry hands.
Shannon P
VerifiedApril 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 068, Loop: Loop 1
We stayed at both of the Rio Grande Village campgrounds - the one with full hookups and the one without. The campground with the hookups is pretty basic and definitely not as scenic, but having the electricity to run the A/C in our van during the hot weather was really nice. The WiFi at the campground store was really reliable and we had no problems getting a signal while we were close to the store. The staff at the store were really friendly and helpful and the store was stocked with all the essentials, including gas and diesel - nice since it was about an hour drive to the nearest town. The Rio Grande Village campground is really close to the boat launch area and several hiking trails so it's nice that you don't have to get in your vehicle if you don't need to. I would definitely recommend staying at this campground if you're visiting Big Bend - just keep your eye on the weather and plan accordingly for the heat.
Pamela R
VerifiedApril 11, 2026 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: Loop 1
good place to stay. would return
David D
VerifiedApril 11, 2026 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: Loop 1
Camp was in great condition, as always. Very quiet as well. The weather was a little hotter than we would have preferred, but had a wonderful experience anyway. Highly recommend this campground if you are looking to get away from everything and everyone.
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
