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708 reviews
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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March 6, 2026 Stayed at: 049, Loop: Loop 3
An absolute gem of the natural world. So grateful to have this resource in TX, and I hope it continues to survive & thrive without walls or other destruction. Thank you Big Bend for a truly magical & heart-opening experience!
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March 4, 2026 Stayed at: 027, Loop: Loop 2
I was able to reserve three nights at Chisos Basin Campground, each at a different campsite. Totally worth it to be in this amazing national park. The daily moves were easy in our van and it enabled us to be in this stunningly beautiful campground. We had vault toilets and potable water spigots near our sites and there is a potable water tank fill hose at the dump station in the loop. We deliberately kept our fresh and gray water tanks at low capacity in order to lighten up the van for our daily trips in and out of the campground. The road into the campground is about 4 mi of steep and curvy driving. Use lower gears for the climb and descent. And have a great time!
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March 4, 2026 Stayed at: 039, Loop: Loop 2
Great spot! Sites are tight. Facilities are clean, well worth the stay.
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March 3, 2026 Stayed at: 036, Loop: Loop 2
Very clean and the other campers were very respectful.
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March 2, 2026 Stayed at: 005, Loop: Loop 1
Convenient and beautiful campground. It’s well kept and the restrooms are clean.
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March 2, 2026 Stayed at: 018, Loop: Loop 1
Campground sites are close together, but easy to access. The campground ground has several hikes to access without driving. I also appreciated the limited generator use and no light policy. My stay was quiet, peaceful and the stars were great.
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February 28, 2026 Stayed at: 015, Loop: Loop 1
Our visit was short and sweet. We spent one night and left in the dark to climb the nearby trail to see the amazing sunrise. All good.
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February 27, 2026 Stayed at: 042, Loop: Loop 3
Loved it up in the basin. The views were spectacular. Nice little campground. Not very level so make sure you’re prepared for that!
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February 27, 2026 Stayed at: 023, Loop: Loop 2
The Park was in excellent condition...campsites, trails, amenities. The Park has a food truck behind the restaurant that has a limited menu, but makes great food.
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February 27, 2026 Stayed at: 030, Loop: Loop 2
This was my second time staying at the Chisos Basin Campground. The location is perfect to access some of the most scenic trails in the park. The campsites vary in size and privacy. Everyone is very considerate though and it gets quiet early and there is rarely an issue with any noise.
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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
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Elevation: 5,308 ft
Best Season: Fall, Spring
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