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
Shalome R
VerifiedAugust 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 052, Loop: Loop 3
This site #052 is personally the best site in chisos basin. It has wonderful views of the mountains without other tents obstructing it. Very close to the bathroom. Very nice shade and table area. The only bad thing is the tent pad area is at a slight slant but if you don’t mind that it’s perfect!
There are also wasps so be prepared for that.
Rafael D
VerifiedAugust 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: Loop 2
The campground itself was fine. We stayed one night during down season on mid-August. There was running water, a dish sink, and flushing toilets at the site. We laid a tent in site 40, which was isolated and quiet, but was more rocky than many of the other sites. We were there during a full moon, so having the artificial shade detracted from the beautifully-illuminated skies (and starry night before the moonrise). The mosquitoes were a problem at the site. They seemed programmed to swarm anywhere near even sealed food. Overall, I would camp here again, but during the Fall, Spring, or Winter.
Michael H
VerifiedAugust 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: Loop 2
The park rangers were incredible, helping us feel welcome and secure. At the Chisos Basin campground we were greeted upon arrival, and departure.
Kyle S
VerifiedJuly 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: Loop 2
Great views, nice trails, had lots of rain so things were green and blooming.
Tawny F
VerifiedJuly 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: Loop 1
Kim was amazing! So helpful! She helped us book our camp site helped us plan our day in the park and was so knowledgeable. Amazing campsite with beautiful views
Adam S
VerifiedJuly 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: Loop 1
Took a seven year old, five year old and one year old with my wife and we had a great time. It was hot but not unbearable. The fossil exhibit was great for the kids. In the heat of the day, drive the park as there are over 130 miles of paved roads to explore with several pull offs along the way. We went to Balmorhea state park during this trip which was three hours away and worth every minute. Balmorhea is a natural spring turned into a pool so nice to cool off after a few hot days at Big Bend. Scarce shower facilities on site so be prepared to pay for one at the RGV store, baby wipe or sponge bath. Glad we got to go before construction began on the new lodge. Chisos basin was by far the coolest temps and best views of all the campgrounds in the park!
Ernst W
VerifiedJuly 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: Loop 2
Great and helpful volunteers, beautiful nature, and pleasant temperatures. Unfortunately, no showers and the restaurant is closed.
David G
VerifiedJuly 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: Loop 2
Beautiful camp ground up in higher elevations. Love the camp hosts communication from Kim and with other campers. She helped us retrieve one of our pets that got lose going down one of the trails.
joshua w
VerifiedJuly 14, 2025 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: Loop 3
Park rangers at chisos basin were outstanding.
Kind nature, very informative, cared for our trail outings, and gave great advice. Troop 146 thanks you all.
Joel W
VerifiedJuly 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: Loop 2
Easily one of the most scenic campsites in all of USA. The drive to the campground is stunning and the wildlife viewing was a huge bonus. Such a great park and campground.
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
