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
Heather D
VerifiedNovember 6, 2024 • Stayed at: 059, Loop: Loop 3
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
VerifiedNovember 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Loop 1
campground is in a beautiful spot of the park. everything is clean and the hosts are nice.
Isaac M
VerifiedNovember 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 049, Loop: Loop 3
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
VerifiedNovember 2, 2024 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: Loop 2
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
VerifiedNovember 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: Loop 1
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!
Erik S
VerifiedNovember 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: Loop 2
Campsites are tight if you have a big tent. Night time star gazing was fantastic.
Lois G
VerifiedOctober 31, 2024 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: Loop 2
Beautiful scenery, cooler temps, easy access to great hikes!
Jim G
VerifiedOctober 31, 2024 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: Loop 3
This is an especially beautifully situated campground, surrounded on all sides by the Chisos mountains with access to an extensive trail system. It is quiet and the night sky is fabulous. Bathrooms were always spotless. The staff at the visitor center are knowledgeable and friendly.
Ariella B
VerifiedOctober 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: Loop 3
Site #60 has a beautiful view. Around 5 min walk to the bathroom/dish washing station. The campground can hold 2 tents on each side of the picnic table (we had 4 person tents on each side). You can maybe get away with another larger tent in the larger area in front of the table but the ground is sloped more and may not be as comfortable. Would definitely choose this spot again especially for a larger group.
David C
VerifiedOctober 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: Loop 2
Incredible beauty all around. It was nice to have a place to wash dishes but without hot water it was tough
Location Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, TX)
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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 4, 2026
