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Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, TX)

Park Headquarters, Big Bend National Park, Texas, United States

View of the Chisos Basin
Hiker along Window Trail
Campground map
Site with shade shelter and flat area
Chisos Basin View

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
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About Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, TX)

Chisos Basin Campground, perched high in the rugged Chisos Mountains, is the most sought-after campground in Big Bend National Park. At an altitude of 5,400 ft. (1646 m), the campground is surrounded on all sides by tall, rocky cliffs and is conveniently located near some of the park's most spectacular and popular trails. This campground offers excellent views and mild temperatures. Also found in the Chisos Basin area is the Chisos Basin Visitor Center, the General Store and the Chisos Mountains Lodge, which houses the only restaurant in Big Bend National Park. Important: The road to the campground is steep and winding with sharp hairpin turns. Trailers over 19 feet and RVs over 24 feet are not recommended, and will not be accommodated. No RV parking is available at the group campground, nor is generator use allowed. All sites where you may have a generator are now reservable. If you need to use a generator and you do not have a reservation in a site that will allow generator use, you will need to camp elsewhere.  Note: Campsites are small, rocky, and not level, so there are very few sites truly suitable for RVs. Many sites will allow an RV/Trailer/Van/Camper, but you will not be able to get level. The campground is almost always full, and if the site you booked doesn’t work, in all likelihood you will NOT be able to switch sites, and will either have to make your site work, or find accommodations at another campground. It is necessary that you carry some form of leveling blocks/devices with you. Please carefully review the site details before making a reservation.

Number of accommodations: 56

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Hiking

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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56 Sites Available

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Price
⛺ 001, Loop: Loop 1
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
⛺ 008, Loop: Loop 1
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
⛺ 010, Loop: Loop 1
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
⛺ 021, Loop: Loop 2
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 026, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 027, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 029, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 030, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
⛺ 031, Loop: Loop 2
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 032, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 033, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 034, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 035, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 036, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 037 - ADA Only, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 038, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 039, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 040, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 041, Loop: Loop 3
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 042, Loop: Loop 3
No Hookups
Price not available
⛺ 043, Loop: Loop 3
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 044, Loop: Loop 3
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 045, Loop: Loop 3
No Hookups
Price not available
⛺ 048, Loop: Loop 3
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
⛺ 049, Loop: Loop 3
4 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 050, Loop: Loop 3
Electric Only
Price not available
⛺ 051, Loop: Loop 3
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 052, Loop: Loop 3
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 053, Loop: Loop 3
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 054, Loop: Loop 3
Electric Only
Price not available
⛺ 055, Loop: Loop 3
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
⛺ 056, Loop: Loop 3
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
⛺ 057, Loop: Loop 3
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 058, Loop: Loop 3
Electric Only
Price not available
⛺ 059, Loop: Loop 3
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
⛺ 060, Loop: Loop 3
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (568)

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What Guests Are Saying

Chisos Basin Campground offers a beautiful, well-maintained setting with clean bathrooms and friendly hosts, making it a great choice for campers. The campground provides excellent access to popular hiking trails, stunning views, and cooler temperatures compared to other areas in Big Bend. While some sites may be cramped and lack shade, the overall experience is highly regarded, especially for those who appreciate the natural surroundings.

Review Summary

4.6
568 reviews
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4
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5.5%
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steve v

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October 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: Loop 1

5

Great site good views had a bear come in right behind our camp. Campsites / neighbors are pretty close but most of the sites in the basin are close

Katie H

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October 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: Loop 2

5

We tent camped. Enjoyed sitting at camp looking at the stars. We hiked The window Trail. Very nice hike. Then off to Lost Mines trail. The most beautiful hike in Big Bend. We are planning to go back in March.

Tammy M

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October 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: Loop 3

5

Wonderful campground with some jaw dropping views but beware of the sticker burrs.

Stephen S

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October 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: Loop 2

4

Everything was exceptional except for the loud children screaming in the area. I know that this cannot be helped, but it was rather loud.

Lee Ann J

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October 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop 1

4

004 site loop 1 in Chisos Basin was a pretty good spot, but not level at all. It seemed like a lot of traffic going to other sites. Camp site was next to restrooms and close to water and dump station. We did get permission to pull RV in going opposite to one-way traffic to have RV door facing the campsite.

Joost C

Verified

October 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: Loop 3

5

We were able to stay in our c25 camper on stand 058 fits perfectly on the parking space.

Jay N

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October 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Loop 1

3

The bathrooms were filthy; however, I wonder if the lapse in appropriations had something to do with it.

Alek S

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October 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: Loop 1

4

1/5 stars. It was too big. The night sky was too pretty. It was a reasonable temperature.

Catherine S

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October 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: Loop 3

4

Tight driveways but spectacular views and very helpful camp hosts!

Elizabeth P

Verified

October 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: Loop 2

5

During the shutdown we camped in the basin. There were still clean bathrooms. We hauled our trash to dumpsters that were emptied while we were there. The volunteer ranger - Mark helped us when we arrived with too many vehicles for our chosen campsite. He relocated to a site where we were actually comfortable. Weather was good and we hiked the Lost Mine Peak trail - I recommend. The camp store plus a food truck was available to campers in the basin.

Location Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, TX)

Address:
Park Headquarters
Big Bend National Park, TX, 79834
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 29.275 / -103.304

Elevation: 1575 feet

Nearby National Park

Big Bend National Park

In Big Bend National Park

Approximate driving time: 15 min

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