Jeff M
VerifiedFebruary 14, 2025 Stayed at: 043, Loop: Loop 3
Good spot nice view, but our neighbors were really loud laid into the night
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Chisos Basin Campground offers breathtaking views of mountains and the Milky Way, creating a stunning backdrop for camping. Reviewers praise the cleanliness of facilities, helpful and friendly staff, and the peaceful environment, making it a favorite destination for nature lovers. While some mention issues like gnats and limited shade, the overall experience is highly recommended, with many eager to return for future visits.
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February 14, 2025 Stayed at: 043, Loop: Loop 3
Good spot nice view, but our neighbors were really loud laid into the night
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February 14, 2025 Stayed at: 055, Loop: Loop 3
Excellent access to hiking trails from the campground. Good to have bear bins, but they were a bit closer to the campsites than I would've preferred.
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February 15, 2025 Stayed at: 032, Loop: Loop 2
Such a beautiful setting we enjoyed every minute at this campground. I’ve said it before, you have to read the campsite description to see if it will work for you. If your giant van doesn’t fit in a spot, it’s your fault, not the hosts. The single guy that’s been a host there for ten years is a hoot and does such a great job. Site 32 is perfect for our camper truck, Tacoma, but again read the description. Great spot for the best hiking in the park. So glad to spend time there before it shuts down for 2 years!
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February 15, 2025 Stayed at: 048, Loop: Loop 3
I usually don't like being right next to a bathroom, but it was not an issue at all. The site was spacious, but there is no cover which was a real drawback as the weather was unseasonably warm. It is right across from the entrance to the Window Trail so there's a fair amount of 'foot traffic' passing by during the day. There are no sites right next to it, and only one sort of across the drive so in that respect it's kind of nice. The dumpsters are a ways away on the other side of the campground, but there is recycle next to the bathroom.
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February 16, 2025 Stayed at: 035, Loop: Loop 2
The campground areas at Chisos are really popular so expect to have some neighbors close by, but it was still a great space. It was especially nice having fresh drinking water and a real sink for kitchen cleanup at the campground restrooms.
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February 17, 2025 Stayed at: 018, Loop: Loop 1
Surprising excellent Verizon coverage. Was able to stream the Super Bowl. Challenging campground though. Very hilly and not many sites suitable for even a small rv.
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February 20, 2025 Stayed at: 015, Loop: Loop 1
No cell service or wifi. No shower facility. Nevertheless, great views all around and complete peacefulness.
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February 20, 2025 Stayed at: 023, Loop: Loop 2
We really enjoyed our stay at the Chisos Basin campground. Our reserved sites were more than adequate for our large group. Good water. Good restrooms. Great camp host. Some us even had cell service in camp.
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February 21, 2025 Stayed at: 029, Loop: Loop 2
I stayed for 5 days tent camping in site 29. The views were amazing and I liked that it was on the end of the row. The parking for this site was awkward and my car got dinged in the middle of the night which set off the car alarm. Damage luckily was minor. The sites offer no privacy and conversations from all nearby sites are easily overheard. A crying baby in a nearby site kept me awake for two nights. Bathrooms were not cleaned daily and were left without toilet paper in some of the stalls. Camp hosts were very nice. I love the park though and had a week of fantastic hiking.
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February 21, 2025 Stayed at: 006, Loop: Loop 1
Restrooms right across the road. Dump station is closed. Water spigots also convenient Two trucks fit. Recommended
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Park Headquarters, Big Bend National Park, TX 79834 United States
Elevation: 1,575 ft
From Interstate 10, take highway 385 south to Fort Stockton and then on to Marathon. From Marathon, go 40 mi (39.8 mi) south on Highway 385 to the north entrance of Big Bend National Park. Drive straight 26 mi (26.1 mi) to Park Headquarters at Pan...
From Interstate 10, take highway 385 south to Fort Stockton and then on to Marathon. From Marathon, go 40 mi (39.8 mi) south on Highway 385 to the north entrance of Big Bend National Park. Drive straight 26 mi (26.1 mi) to Park Headquarters at Panther Junction. Turn right and drive for three miles (0.6 mi). Turn left at the Basin sign and go seven miles (1.3 mi) before making a right into the campground road.
The closest entrance is: Maverick Entrance Station
Approximate drive: 14.2 mi · 24 min
Last updated: October 22, 2026