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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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December 9, 2025 Stayed at: 024, Loop: Loop 2
Campsite was very clean when we arrived. Very roomy as we had two tents to set up.
Bathrooms were clean and warm. Nice to have a warm bathroom when it gets down to the 30's overnite.
Camp hosts were nice and friendly. Neighboring campsites were not too disruptive or noisy.
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December 9, 2025 Stayed at: 007, Loop: Loop 1
Chisos Basin Campground is an amazing campground to use as a base to discover the mountains of Big Bend NP. There are food lockers at each campsite which is very handy so we don't have to keep toting food back and forth. Campsite 7 was good if you like to be close to the bathroom and the dishwashing station (we liked it). The view is a bit "blocked" by the other campsites meaning you don't have an insta type of photos as your photos will always have cars or structures in it. However you will still have an amazing view. Site 7 also has a picnic structure so that really helps with shade, but can also block the stargazing a bit. There was also the camp hosts and they were very helpful. I think her name was Kim (sorry, I forgot!). Overall a great site and a great campground and the experience was just amazing.
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December 11, 2025 Stayed at: 030, Loop: Loop 2
Great location but the Chisos Basins facilities are in need of a refresher.
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December 11, 2025 Stayed at: 006, Loop: Loop 1
Chisos Campground is a great location right in the basin surrounded by mountains. Trails, nearby vistor center/store and some cell service are added bonuses.
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December 11, 2025 Stayed at: 054, Loop: Loop 3
We have tent camped in the Chisos Basin three times. Each time has been an amazing experience. The folks at the visitor center are very helpful, and the park hosts are incredible. Honestly the best advice I can give is that any sign or instruction from the website or park host is LEGIT. When they tell you to take more water than you think you need, do it. If a sign on a trails shows bears, be prepared that you may see a bear and memorize the tips on what to do if you see one up close (we have seen 6 bears in our time there). This is the coolest place in Texas -- definitely recommend going.
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December 11, 2025 Stayed at: 055, Loop: Loop 3
Beautiful quiet campground
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December 12, 2025 Stayed at: 021, Loop: Loop 2
Beautiful area, so glad I was able to visit before the Chisos Basin closes for renovations next spring!
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December 12, 2025 Stayed at: 043, Loop: Loop 3
Campsite was quiet - I like the no generator zone. I took two wonderful hikes: the window and the South Rim loop. Great place
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December 12, 2025 Stayed at: 019, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful park. Vast and remote. Excellent, well-maintained campground.
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December 12, 2025 Stayed at: 057, Loop: Loop 3
The BEST spot at the chisos campground
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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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