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.
Campground Amenities
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
John E
VerifiedDecember 20, 2024 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: Loop 2
The Basin campground is nice and quiet. The views are great and the night skys are incredible. Restrooms were clean and convenient. It would definitely get 5 stars if there were showers.
Gina R
VerifiedDecember 19, 2024 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: Loop 1
We thoroughly enjoyed our camping in the basin. Staff were great and friendly, sites were clean and well maintained. The beauty there is something to be seen. We can’t wait to get back
Gary R
VerifiedDecember 19, 2024 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: Loop 2
The campground is a bit tight. I understand that there is limited space and you want to maximize what you have.
Jessica R
VerifiedDecember 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop 1
The panoramic views from this campground are absolutely gorgeous! The grounds and facilities were spotless, and there is easy, convenient access to a few trails right from the campground. Close to the Chisos Basin Visitor Center (including more trailheads) and the Lost Mine Trail. This central location was perfect for travelling to the other sections of the park without having a super long drive (about an hour to Santa Elena and Boquillas Canyons). I absolutely loved my stay and cannot wait to come back!
Doug M
VerifiedDecember 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: Loop 3
We found our campsite very nice It was on the edge of the campground so we looked at the dry creek and mountains not other campers. We still had people around us but not where we were looking . We were also close to the restrooms so that was a plus. We had a picnic table but no cover, we really did not need one because it was not hot like the summer months. The park host was very helpful in any way they could help.
Matthew T
VerifiedDecember 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: Loop 1
Big Bend was fantastic. Window Trail that leaves right from campground was very convenient. Having multiple dogs barking for hours as well as loud music with sites that are packed in too close for comfort was not ideal. Many better camping options than Chisos Basin for visiting Big Bend National Park
Derek C
VerifiedDecember 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: Loop 3
Camping site #60 was great because it sits on the edge of the campground and sons quiet.
Derek C
VerifiedDecember 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: Loop 3
Great quiet and not huge campfire d with wonderful views of the surrounding mountains and the stars
Nicholas B
VerifiedDecember 12, 2024 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: Loop 1
Great
Easy
Beautiful
Justin H
VerifiedDecember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: Loop 1
While the layout of this old campground is not user friendly to large vehicles like mine, and many spots are not level, I had a good time here. One of the Hosts, heavy set Mark, went above and beyond to help me find the best spots available. I have a self contained truck camper so I didn’t use any facilities but the one bathroom I did go in was clean and stocked. And the beauty of the campground is hard to beat.
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
