About Chisos Basin Campground (big Bend, Tx)
Number of accommodations: 56
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly -
Potable Water
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (543)
Review Summary
Kenneth S
VerifiedFebruary 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: Loop 2
Great campground. Our spot was more level than expected considering the warning. But maybe we were lucky
Nancy E
VerifiedFebruary 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: Loop 2
Great location
Stephen W
VerifiedFebruary 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop 1
We really enjoyed hiking The Window and Lost Mine trails. We were in a 24 ft class B camper van and the camp sites are small and not level. The dump station was fine but there was an issue with the pump so no water was available.
Eric L
VerifiedFebruary 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: Loop 2
Exceptional service by all staff and campground hosts. Lack of water at Chisos Basin was very well announced.
Kimberly G
VerifiedFebruary 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: Loop 1
Perfect site with stunning views!!
Sandra M
VerifiedFebruary 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop 1
Staff and volunteers were friendly and helpful. I enjoyed hiking the Lone Mountain trail which is a fairly new trail. Santa Elena, Boquillas Canyon and the Lost Mine Trail gave wonderful scenic views and photographic opportunities. I also enjoyed the plants and birds.
Brian L
VerifiedFebruary 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: Loop 2
Very convenient location for the campsite, centrally located and close to bathroom/water spigot. Shade structure is nice to have during the day, bear box is large and has space for many things. Similar to other campsites, it is rather small. No natural barrier between this site and others, many campsites in the Chisos are the same due to relatively sparse vegetation. Can't be helped, really, as that is the area's ecology, however, the lack of natural barriers led to many people walking through our campsite on the way to the bathroom/water. Additionally, due to small size of each campsite, you are in close proximity to others and can easily hear conversation, music, and even snoring at night. Would recommend ear plugs if you're a light sleeper. Despite this, was a great spot and I'd highly recommend it.
Lindsey C
VerifiedJanuary 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: Loop 3
incredible campsite - bad timing with the water issue, but very well kept site with everything you could need
Aaron S
VerifiedJanuary 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 049, Loop: Loop 3
Incredible first time visiting! Please be smart and prepare for this trip. Fill gas tank and bring plenty of water
Guirong W
VerifiedJanuary 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: Loop 2
First time visiting Big Bend and loved how beautiful this camp group is, will camp there again next time I visit
Location Chisos Basin Campground (big Bend, Tx)
Address:
Park Headquarters
Big Bend National Park, TX, 79834
United States
From Interstate 10, take highway 385 south to Fort Stockton and then on to Marathon. From Marathon, go 40 miles (64 km) south on Highway 385 to the north entrance of Big Bend National Park. Drive straight 26 miles (42 km) to Park Headquarters at Panther Junction. Turn right and drive for three miles (1 km). Turn left at the Basin sign and go seven miles (2.1 km) before making a right into the campground road.
Latitude & Longitude: 29.275 / -103.304
Elevation: 1575 feet
