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
Mary U
VerifiedDecember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: Loop 1
Campsite was large and clean. I came in at night and it is very dark! (great stars). This area is dark sky certified, so please turn off your strings of lights and large outdoor lights with RV's. Bathrooms are good, water was easy to find.
Patrick J
VerifiedDecember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop 1
Nice, quiet campground with some privacy in between sites.
Angela K
VerifiedDecember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 093, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful spot. Easy access.
Yolanda L
VerifiedDecember 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: Loop 1
The visit was amazing! There is so much to explore and what we did explore was stunning. Will definitely be back!
Adam P
VerifiedDecember 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 092, Loop: Loop 1
I had more fun this time visiting the Rio Grande Village campground, as the last time was a few years ago in July. It was still mid to high 90's in the middle of the night. It was nice and cool this time in November. Love visiting Big Bend!
Tina C
VerifiedDecember 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: Loop 1
This was our first time camping during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. The camp ground was busy. Our camp neighbors parked 5 cars on surrounding lots and even though the camp attendant told them to move the cars. They did not until late that night. The same campers ran a cable to their site from the bathrooms ( major trip hazard) but the camp ground is great. The camp attendants were great, the fact that the park experienced a gas shortage was concerning for many. But I would say this can all be expected during a major holiday weekend. Guests mostly were the problem not the park or employees.
Tejas P
VerifiedDecember 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 043, Loop: Loop 1
Nice facility.
Daniel A
VerifiedDecember 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 087, Loop: Loop 1
Amazing place. The rangers were kind and helpful.
HANAMANTHGOUD R
VerifiedDecember 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: Loop 1
This was out first trip to big bend, we had excellent and pleasant camping at Rio Grande Village, restrooms were very clean, campsites were well maintained and clean.
Big Bend is really underrated park, we did few hikes (Santa Elena canyon, Boquillas Canyon, Window View Trail, Lost Mine trial, Hot springs) each of place are unique and exciting...
Ruta A
VerifiedDecember 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop 1
All the details on the booking website were described accurately, payment was easy, and we had no problems using the camping sites. The restrooms, camping sites, and storage containers were clean and ready. The recycle bins are a very nice and long-awaited addition - Thank you! For future campers, we recommend booking several different campsites to explore the park better. We did book two: Cottonwood and Rio Grande Village. Chisos camping was all booked. Later, we went hiking and saw "reserved" for the entire week with no signs of campers - it was sad. We suggest installing a deposit fee system, preventing people from reserving the camping sites and not using them without any consequences. Big Bend is real and beautiful, thanks for keeping it that way.
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.
