Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, TX)

Severe grade, small site and snarky camp hostess had me seeking other accommodations.

I was unexpectedly pleased about the beauty of the campsite. The bathrooms are a little outdated, but very convenient to the campsites.

Love love love the no-light policy. The stars were amazing.
Love the no-generator policy. It was quiet.
Love the clean bathrooms. Nice job camp hosts!
Thank you NPS for preserving the beauty.

Great place to stay, close to trails and nice areas of the park. Clean faciliities

As expected, Chisos Basin Campground in Big Bend National Park offers stunning views and a serene atmosphere. The surrounding mountains create a dramatic backdrop, especially at sunrise and sunset, making it a camper’s paradise. However, what truly set this experience apart for us were the incredible camp hosts and maintenance crew.

From the moment we arrived, we were warmly greeted and provided with helpful information about park conditions, wildlife safety, and campground rules. The staff’s dedication and genuine passion for the area were clear, and it felt like we had a team of experts ensuring our stay was safe and enjoyable.

The campsites themselves were immaculate, with every detail attended to. I was impressed to see the staff cleaning out the charcoal from our grill each morning—going above and beyond to maintain the cleanliness of the site. The restroom facilities were also well-maintained, which made our stay even more comfortable.

Whether you’re an avid hiker looking to explore the nearby trails or simply want to relax and enjoy the breathtaking scenery, this campground is a fantastic choice. And with a staff that treats you like a valued guest, it truly stands out among National Park campgrounds. Highly recommend!

We hiked the window trail the first afternoon & did the South Rim trail the second day. After each hike we relaxed with a good hot meal at the Basin Restaurant. Nighttime was super peaceful & the stargazing is amazing! We love it at BBNP!!

It’s an alright campground. Beautiful setting for sure. The problem is there are SO many rules. No campfires, no generators, no lights after dark… and they’ll actually hassle you about it. The campsite hosts I’m sure are just doing their job (and are actually very nice once you get to know them) but man if I wanted to be hassled about rules I’d go to my parents’ house. If you’re a legit camper and want peace and quiet, I’d go elsewhere.

Also site 007 is awful. There’s a water drain next to it that beeps loudly whenever anyone uses the bathroom or sink

Friendly, Safe, Beautiful Environment. Great Campground host!

Campsite was efficient. The sites were a little closer to each other than I prefer the camp ground host came down and gave a slightly terrifying warning about the wild life there that kind of scared my kids… we never saw or heard any such wildlife.

The site did accommodate our large 8 person tent.

We do want to go back to big bend! We will maybe try a different campground though. This one is pretty far from the Rio grande and we would have liked to be closer to the river I believe.

Great place to visit. Amazing scenery. Clean campgrounds. Made a complain on a campground park worker. Coming really early in the morning and accusing my son that he was washing dishes and left debris in the bathroom sink. Never let me talk just accused me and said “ this is just a fair warning”. Son never left debris in sink. Many others came in there and did the same but decided he wanted to be a hero in front of his lady partner. Slim native american or hispanic guy with glasses.