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
Louise G
VerifiedJanuary 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: Loop 2
Big Bend NP has been my go to place since the 70’s. Hiking, driving RossMaxwell Rd, 4WD River Road, Hot Springs, Boquillas, Ernst Tinaja, Santa Elena and just relaxing are just what is needed. I love camping in the Basin as well as Rio Grande Village. Make sure you plan to be in BBNP for several days, take your time to enjoy the park from end to end.
Chandra M
VerifiedJanuary 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: Loop 2
Beautiful campground nestled in Big Bend NP. Very clean and park hosts were kind and helpful. There is a trailhead to The Window Trail at the campground. It's the best place to start the trail which is absolutely beautiful. I love the reservation system. I signed up to receive notifications when campsites opened up and it worked very well. Such a great process.
Keely S
VerifiedJanuary 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful campground area, very well maintained. Be cautious about moving rocks (moving a rock around 1 foot to anchor supplies got us a slap on the hand) - and even if you have a portable “contained” pellet/non-wood fire pit, it will not be permitted (we were misinformed that this was not considered a ground fire and got in trouble for that too). These folks were quite feisty and grumpy about rules we didn’t even know we were breaking. I’m sure they get tired of telling people not to do stuff but it wasn’t a warm fuzzy feeling to be treated the way we were when we intended to be compliant in the first place. It was my niece and nephews first time to a national park (they are state park pros!) and were so put off by it they told me they weren’t sure they ever wanted to go to another national park (eek!) otherwise, STUNNING grounds, quiet and serene, and easy access to trails.
Deniel H
VerifiedJanuary 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: Loop 2
Upgraded restrooms would be nice.
Kulsum M
VerifiedJanuary 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful park!!
Taylor E
VerifiedJanuary 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 050, Loop: Loop 3
Such a beautiful spot, with many of the great trails in the park originating right nearby.
Abigail H
VerifiedDecember 31, 2025 • Stayed at: 043, Loop: Loop 3
The park ranger was so rude and threatening to kick my bf and I out for “being loud” at 845pm
Not even quiet time, it was just us two, playing cards. It was crazy we came over twice. Think just being creepy at that point.
It was a beautiful place though☀️
Daniel B
VerifiedDecember 31, 2025 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: Loop 1
Clean campsite, facilities all close together and easy to navigate in the dark, stable camping area, easy access road with no bumps or navigation issues or non-marked paths, and a frankly spectacular view in the day and night. Great first time camping.
Brent M
VerifiedDecember 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop 1
Great location for hiking trails, panoramic views, wide variety of wildlife, and off grid enjoyment. Bring and drink plenty of water!
ankun y
VerifiedDecember 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: Loop 2
Great location! The night temperature is also pretty stable, not much wind. Has drinkable water and a store nearby.
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
