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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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April 13, 2026 Stayed at: 053, Loop: Loop 3
Gorgeous location/scenery, clean bathrooms and campsites. Loved it. Only negative is walking to the top of the campground to through away trash when there's so many recycling containers by the bathrooms! Great work at this campground though :)
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April 13, 2026 Stayed at: 039, Loop: Loop 2
Chisos Basin camp ground is a perfect central location for easy access to all of the trail heads, don’t miss the sunrise hike on Lost Mine Trail, started at 6:40 am for a 8:00am sunrise. Start early in the morning for The Window Trail, it heats up fast on the way out!! The camp ground is a bit cramped and is not ideal for Trailers or larger motor homes. Bathrooms are kept clean and cleaned throughout the day. Dish washing at the dish station, bring your own hot water, there needs to be signage to remind campers to clean out the drain screen after they are done, many did not and it attracted lots of bugs/ants. Visitors center staff and store are welcoming and friendly. Will definitely be back!
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April 13, 2026 Stayed at: 003, Loop: Loop 1
I loved the views! It was amazing. The reason why I rate it a 2 is that it was super cold and windy. Keep in mind that this was the 1st weekend of April, so I was surprised. Nonetheless, we had so much fun, and I'd camp there again!!!
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April 15, 2026 Stayed at: 020, Loop: Loop 1
Amazing view, great weather, freiendly fellow-campers
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April 15, 2026 Stayed at: 006, Loop: Loop 1
The campground is amazing. We enjoyed it. I wish they would make up there mind if they are closing it or not for renovations
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April 16, 2026 Stayed at: 059, Loop: Loop 3
Site 59 is on an extreme slant impossible to level. The location of the campground is beautiful but too many sites are crowded together. Not all sites have shade over the picnic tables and site 58 requires climbing up steps to get to the table. Rio Grande campground is much better set up although the views are not spectacular like they are at Chidos.
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April 16, 2026 Stayed at: 028, Loop: Loop 2
For two of my four days at the campground, the dishwashing sink was clogged and overflowing. Not only was it unusable, it smelled awful and the smell permeated through the whole campground. Once the sink was unclogged my experience was quite good. I do wish there were garbage receptacles in more places than just the entrance.
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April 16, 2026 Stayed at: 013, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful area. Loved it.
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April 16, 2026 Stayed at: 041, Loop: Loop 3
THE MOST AMAZING CAMPGROUND EVER! Absolutely wonderful! Cannot recommend highly enough! Great for families, couples, anyone with a tent who wants to sleep in one of the most beautiful campsites in the world :)
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April 17, 2026 Stayed at: 060, Loop: Loop 3
Good campground with picturesque views. It's at elevation so it doesn't get as hot as other parts of the park. Good access to Window Frame trail and Lost Mine trails.
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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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