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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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November 28, 2024 Stayed at: 052, Loop: Loop 3
A beautiful National Park. The campsites were meticulously kept. All the staff we interacted with were over the top friendly, including both volunteers and paid staff. We stayed in campsite 42 with a phenomenal view of the window. I am ready for another trip!
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November 28, 2024 Stayed at: 060, Loop: Loop 3
The last quarter moon made the Chisos basin like a fairy tale in the early morning hours. Do the South Rim!
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November 27, 2024 Stayed at: 039, Loop: Loop 2
Clean facilities and wonderful sites. Camp host was friendly and efficient; park rangers making regular appearances gave an appropriate sense of safety. Great first experience at the park!
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November 27, 2024 Stayed at: 007, Loop: Loop 1
Campground and restrooms were clean. Be careful on the back country trails. High clearance 4x4 vehicle is truly necessary. Since campfires are not allowed, we brought a portable propane heater since it was pretty chilly, and we were tent camping.
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November 26, 2024 Stayed at: 051, Loop: Loop 3
Very nice stay at this campground! Clean restrooms, nice views, and the best trails of the big bend. We hiked the emory peak in 7 hours, and the window trail during the morning on the day that we left. I would 100% recommend this campground and hiking trails!
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November 25, 2024 Stayed at: 019, Loop: Loop 1
Great site. Somewhat private compared to others. Sun shade is a life saver in mid day heat. Easy access to water and toilets. In a shocking discovery for one of our crew who forgot a sleeping pad… the Texas ground is hard!!
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November 22, 2024 Stayed at: 045, Loop: Loop 3
Probably the premier camping spot in TX. Area is small, not much privacy and the sites are crazy uneven. You don't even care when you look around you at those gorgeous mountains. And very helpful park hosts!
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November 22, 2024 Stayed at: 041, Loop: Loop 3
We specially selected our campsite based on the criteria that we put into the app. We have an 18' camper and selected the site on the application based on its description as a site that would accommodate a 20' RV or smaller. When we arrived at the site it was immediately apparent that the site was not at all for RV camping but for tent camping, as was the site we had selected for following night (based on availability we knew we had to move during stay) and was not at all possible to camp via RV.
THANK GOD FOR MARK, the greatest camp host ever! Mark saw us struggling to try to figure out the situation and was able to help maneuver a solution to make it work. He was AWESOME!
We love Big Bend and we have tent camped and stayed there multiple times. Because of Mark the trip was rescued! But Rec.gov needs to revisit the classification of these sites as many of the ones that state they are RV accommodating are not.
Also, national parks really need to up their game and include shower facilities in the restrooms. Every State park in Texas includes them but not at the National parks. Just my two cents.
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November 19, 2024 Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful
Quiet
Clean
Well maintained
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November 19, 2024 Stayed at: 035, Loop: Loop 2
Loved the campsite! Wouldn’t pick any other location in Bug Bend because it was surreal being in the basin. The bathrooms were well kept which was super nice! The rangers felt better welcoming as well. The other thing I liked about this location was you could hike from your campsite due to the location rather than driving somewhere to start a hike. Would recommend this location to anyone looking into camping.
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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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