About Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, TX)
Number of accommodations: 56
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (568)
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.
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
Joshua K
VerifiedMarch 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: Loop 2
This place is heavenly and alien all at once. This campground is a national treasure and should stay that way. If you have a chance once in your life to camp in Chisos Basin, please do so.
Denise P
VerifiedMarch 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop 1
Enjoyed the views and camping. Wish there were more “flat” Camper Van sites.
Dean M
VerifiedMarch 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: Loop 3
Great site and location for explorations. Spectacular view.
Cheryl D
VerifiedMarch 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 036, Loop: Loop 2
The campground is sadly lacking. None of the spots are level regardless of what you do. Our site was at least a bit more level but we were parking on the road. A bit of a disgrace for such a magnificent setting.
Elizabeth D K
VerifiedMarch 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: Loop 2
The basin is surreal, but the campsites are close together. There was a crying young child near us which wasn’t wonderful. There’s a nice amphitheater, but not enough Ranger led talks. We heard that 5 staff members were let go, just before we got to camp. The camp store closed at 4:30, which is not very convenient but understandable. I looked for a Donation box but didn’t not find one. The toilet buildings are bare bones, with no showers, but nice to have flush toilets, and running water, which was not available in most tent camping sites. The lodge is currently scheduled for demolition, and the only road up to the Basin will be closed to all visitors for at least two years starting this July. So, if you’re planning to visit, you better get there SOON .
The night sky was miraculous, we were able to see 7 planets!
Keifer C
VerifiedMarch 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: Loop 2
I've camped in big bend about 5 times now and 4 of those were spent at Chisos Basin. This is no doubt the best spot to camp in. The location puts you in the center of the park and has the best hiking destinations. Being in the center of the park also allows you to drive in either direction of the park toward Santa Elena Canyon or toward Rio Grande Village. I would always recommend staying here if you're visiting Big Bend.
Dale A
VerifiedMarch 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: Loop 3
the Chisos Basin campground was terrific. Well located, and everything went smoothly.
Gary R
VerifiedMarch 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: Loop 3
We had never been. Will definitely return. Nice campgrounds. Hikes we took were doable and scenic.
Enjoyed the bat talk at the evening amphitheater event.
Beautiful place
Thomas S
VerifiedFebruary 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: Loop 3
With the covered pavilion this site worked all very well for me and my two sons - we each had our own tent (3 tents in total) with no problem for space. We enjoyed seeing the gray fox every night that runs around looking for food. Only downside is you are close to your neighboring tent sites - but considering we needed the space for 3 tents it was worth it.
Karin L
VerifiedFebruary 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: Loop 2
All the staff and volunteers I interacted with were fabulous. I especially appreciated the sunset chat with the Deputy Superintendent.
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
Nearby National Park
In Big Bend National Park
Approximate driving time: 15 min
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Last updated: June 5, 2026
