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Chisos Basin Campground (big Bend, Tx)

View of the Chisos Basin
Hiker along Window Trail
Campground map
Site with shade shelter and flat area
Chisos Basin View

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly

About Chisos Basin Campground (big Bend, Tx)

Chisos Basin Campground, perched high in the rugged Chisos Mountains, is the most sought-after campground in Big Bend National Park. At an altitude of 5,400 ft. (1646 m), the campground is surrounded on all sides by tall, rocky cliffs and is conveniently located near some of the park's most spectacular and popular trails. This campground offers excellent views and mild temperatures. Also found in the Chisos Basin area is the Chisos Basin Visitor Center, the General Store and the Chisos Mountains Lodge, which houses the only restaurant in Big Bend National Park. Important: The road to the campground is steep and winding with sharp hairpin turns. Trailers over 19 feet and RVs over 24 feet are not recommended, and will not be accommodated. No RV parking is available at the group campground, nor is generator use allowed. All sites where you may have a generator are now reservable. If you need to use a generator and you do not have a reservation in a site that will allow generator use, you will need to camp elsewhere.  Note: Campsites are small, rocky, and not level, so there are very few sites truly suitable for RVs. Many sites will allow an RV/Trailer/Van/Camper, but you will not be able to get level. The campground is almost always full, and if the site you booked doesn’t work, in all likelihood you will NOT be able to switch sites, and will either have to make your site work, or find accommodations at another campground. It is necessary that you carry some form of leveling blocks/devices with you. Please carefully review the site details before making a reservation.

Number of accommodations: 56

Campground Amenities

  • Pet Friendly
    Pet Friendly
  • Potable Water
    Potable Water

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Sites & Availability

56 Sites Available

Site
Price
001, Loop: Loop 1
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 002, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 003, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 004, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 005, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 006, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 007, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
008, Loop: Loop 1
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 009, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
010, Loop: Loop 1
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 012, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 013, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 014, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 015, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 016, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 017, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 018, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 019, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 020, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
021, Loop: Loop 2
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 023, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 024, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 025, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 026, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 027, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 028, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 029, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 030, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
031, Loop: Loop 2
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 032, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 033, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 034, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 035, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 036, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 037 - ADA Only, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 038, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 039, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 040, Loop: Loop 2
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 041, Loop: Loop 3
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 042, Loop: Loop 3
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
043, Loop: Loop 3
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 044, Loop: Loop 3
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 045, Loop: Loop 3
No Hookups
$16.00
/ per night
048, Loop: Loop 3
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$16.00
/ per night
049, Loop: Loop 3
4 guests · Pet Friendly
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 050, Loop: Loop 3
Electric Only
$16.00
/ per night
051, Loop: Loop 3
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 052, Loop: Loop 3
Electric Only
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 053, Loop: Loop 3
Electric Only
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 054, Loop: Loop 3
Electric Only
$16.00
/ per night
055, Loop: Loop 3
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$16.00
/ per night
056, Loop: Loop 3
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$16.00
/ per night
057, Loop: Loop 3
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$16.00
/ per night
🚐 058, Loop: Loop 3
Electric Only
$16.00
/ per night
059, Loop: Loop 3
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$16.00
/ per night
060, Loop: Loop 3
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$16.00
/ per night

Reviews (543)

Review Summary

4.6
543 reviews
5
72.7%
395
4
17.9%
97
3
5.3%
29
2
2.8%
15
1
1.3%
7

Helena I

Verified

November 9, 2024 Stayed at: 052, Loop: Loop 3

5

Got to the campsite around 9pm so we couldn't see anything but woke up to the most amazing view! Friendly people and so much wildlife 10/10 recommend

Janine D

Verified

November 9, 2024 Stayed at: 054, Loop: Loop 3

4

Besides getting double booked on the second site we booked and having to give it up to the other guy who got their first, this campsite was spectacular & clean! They did give us a different spot that was nice & the camp host was kind, but ngl it left a bad taste not getting the one we wanted after planning all those weeks in advance.

Nick G

Verified

November 8, 2024 Stayed at: 012, Loop: Loop 1

5

Well kept, friendly rangers, diverse wildlife, unexpected bear sighting. 10/10

Andrew W

Verified

November 7, 2024 Stayed at: 002, Loop: Loop 1

5

The best campground in Big Bend! It is beautifully surrounded by the Chisos Mountains with stunning views in all directions. Each site has a picnic table, charcoal grill and a very large bear-proof food storage locker. The locker was AWESOME, as I stored two coolers and all my cooking gear while out hiking each day with no worries. The individual campsite area is much larger than most. The volunteer Camp Hosts were great and the clean and well maintained bathrooms are close to all sites. Don't miss "The Window" hiking trail beginning between campsites 49-51...it was a highlight of my trip! Thanks, Drew

Rebecca L

Verified

November 7, 2024 Stayed at: 023, Loop: Loop 2

4

Campground has beautiful views and clean bathrooms with running water. Shaded picnic tables much appreciated.
No cell service.
Note: individual sites are inconsistent in level of openness/privacy. Mine happened to be completely open with no division between it and other sites or the road, natural or artificial. It made it feel like camping on display.

Heather D

Verified

November 6, 2024 Stayed at: 059, Loop: Loop 3

5

Loved the location of our campsite, 59. A little off to the side and not right on the road. Such a peaceful environment with a view of the mountain sides. Everyone respected each other and were quiet during quiet hours. It was not a party crowd, at least when we went. Bathrooms were kept clean. My only suggestion is to emphasize the maximum number of tents allowed. Even though the maximum number of people is 8, they would need to be crammed in about 2 tents. Also emphasize the very very limited space for parking.

Elinor P

Verified

November 5, 2024 Stayed at: 002, Loop: Loop 1

3

campground is in a beautiful spot of the park. everything is clean and the hosts are nice.

Isaac M

Verified

November 4, 2024 Stayed at: 049, Loop: Loop 3

4

Absolutely beautiful campsite! The only thing to note is that it is directly across from the restrooms, so keep this in mind if the noise/activity would bother you.

Mel W

Verified

November 2, 2024 Stayed at: 025, Loop: Loop 2

5

The camp stewards at Chisos Basin were incredibly helpful and informative. The camp site was well-maintained, and I appreciated how much communication and effort went into making sure all the visitors left minimal impact on the local wildlife and environment. It's a truly special place and I look forward to returning.

Laurie M

Verified

November 1, 2024 Stayed at: 006, Loop: Loop 1

5

We wanted a place where we could view the stars at night, and have our car legally... it was perfect for that... we came last min and were able to book the last campsite (a cancellation) the same day., whew! .. we were lucky. The campsite was very convenient and well run... well supervised. We were met by a volunteer who gave us very helpful information... although with all the information we were hoping but we still didn't have encounters with rattle snakes, skunks or bears... disappointing was ... ha ha .. not really! Really, it was GREAT!

Location Chisos Basin Campground (big Bend, Tx)

Address:
Park Headquarters
Big Bend National Park, TX, 79834
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 29.275 / -103.304

Elevation: 1575 feet

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