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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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May 16, 2025 Stayed at: 059, Loop: Loop 3
Wonderful campsite that's kind of secluded away compared to other sites. A close walk to the bathroom and water spouts. We had a picnic table, shade, and bear box.
We also got to see a bear from afar from this site! I had a wonderful time and I am so glad this site had shade as it got really hot during the day in May. Bathrooms were clean. No showers. Camp sinks available.
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May 17, 2025 Stayed at: 048, Loop: Loop 3
Chisos Basin camp sites vary greatly. So, if you can go online and view the sites, be sure to do that before making your selection. Some sites have nice shade trees, some have a brick palapa type of structure, some have both, some have none of those. I had made last-minute plans so I had no choice; literally got the last available sites for my dates.
Bottom line: It's a large campground so it's not going to be a really private experience during the spring. But everything worked and was well-maintained despite the recent staff cuts (may not have been in effect yet for my stay)
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May 18, 2025 Stayed at: 049, Loop: Loop 3
My campsite didn't have a level parking spot for car camping. The camp host saw my challenge and invited me to move to a site that was administratively closed so that I would be more comfortable. Unexpected kindness, much appreciated.
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May 19, 2025 Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop 1
Loved this campground. Beautiful location, with mountains surrounding us. Nice campsites, and we had a sheltered table, which provided much needed shade. It was quite windy the day we arrived, so it was challenging to pitch the tent. The next day was calmer. The site also had a sturdy food storage box.
The Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive was awesome, and easy to get to from Chisos. We had a great time here.
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May 23, 2025 Stayed at: 039, Loop: Loop 2
Ms. Reilly was beyond belief kind and so helpful. She probably delivered me from a trail rescue (due to heat) or a visit to an emergency room hospital thanks to her sincere care and wisdom. I will never forget her!!!
The camp ground set up/design was ideal and beautiful. While it’s a shame the Chisos area will be closed for an extended period of time, rest assured, I will be back the second it opens new and renewed.
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May 23, 2025 Stayed at: 028, Loop: Loop 2
Chisos Basin is a beautiful area and wonderful campsite. Camp hosts and other volunteers were amazing. We only did the basin loop trail (great views) but we wished we had had more time!
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May 27, 2025 Stayed at: 006, Loop: Loop 1
Loved this campsite location. Well maintained and taken care of.
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May 30, 2025 Stayed at: 024, Loop: Loop 2
Camp sites are pretty close together but everything was well maintained.
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May 30, 2025 Stayed at: 051, Loop: Loop 3
Amazing, beautiful campsite. Secluded. Not a lot of noise. Generators banned in certain sections. Jeff was a great campground host.
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May 30, 2025 Stayed at: 045, Loop: Loop 3
The camp volunteer was excellent. It’s one of the most startlingly beautiful places on Earth.
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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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