The planned construction of the Big Bend National Park Chisos Mountains Lodge and other Chisos Basin facility improvements, originally scheduled to begin in May 2026, will not proceed as planned. Importantly, Big Bend National Park remains fully open to visitors. Due to the construction delay, previously planned closures of the Chisos Basin will not take place, ensuring continued access to the park’s facilities and breathtaking landscapes. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to sharing updates as we work toward bringing these important improvements to fruition.
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Chisos Basin Group Campground offers spacious, clean sites with breathtaking views and easy access to trailheads, making it ideal for group camping. Reviewers praised the friendly camp host and well-maintained facilities, including clean bathrooms and a nearby store. While some noted noise from neighboring sites and tight parking, the overall experience was highly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
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January 17, 2020 Stayed at: R, Loop: Group Sites L-R
Every year I take our Freshman Biology class to Chisos Basin for ecological studies in BBNP. The Chisos Basin is fantastic; its diversity, climate, accessibility to trails is outstanding. Restroom facilities could be updated, but are sufficient for campers' needs.
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January 17, 2020 Stayed at: R, Loop: Group Sites L-R
The weather was wonderful and we saw lots of wild animals up close
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January 24, 2020 Stayed at: L, Loop: Group Sites L-R
Excellent roomy space and quiet! Close enough to bathrooms and great hiking trails. Not a bad campsite in the whole campground!
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January 24, 2020 Stayed at: M, Loop: Group Sites L-R
Site M is terrible. Showed up with group of 9. Parking is very tight for 2 vehicles. Site is very steep and tent pads are severely eroded to the point there is hardly anywhere to put tents. Our group had to go to the regular campground to camp.
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January 25, 2020 Stayed at: R, Loop: Group Sites L-R
The campsite was well kept and clean. Cache boxes very nice feature.
The local trails were well kept and easy to access. The hot spring was somewhat of a disappointment, no changing facilities.
The driving trails were very interesting with wildlife, various vegetation, and formations.
This park is very BIG and 2-3 days are not enough to do it justfice. Would recommend 4-days minimum in the park.
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January 26, 2020 Stayed at: O, Loop: Group Sites L-R
We had an amazing time! Beautiful place, can’t wait to go back!
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September 21, 2021 Stayed at: N, Loop: Group Sites L-R
Beautiful Park and Campground. This park is underrated for its natural beauty. Only issue was the Lodge diner was closed.
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October 22, 2021 Stayed at: N, Loop: Group Sites L-R
It was great
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November 1, 2021 Stayed at: M, Loop: Group Sites L-R
Campsite was well maintained. Overflow parking for larger groups. Amazing views!!!!!
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November 15, 2021 Stayed at: R, Loop: Group Sites L-R
The campground was well maintained and the facilities were clean. Our site R has a great view of the window that looked great at sunrise and sunset. Easy to access. And of course the night sky was fantastic. We used the metal containers on site to store food. The tent site was a bit uneven at places but not much of an issue if you have a comfy sleeping pad or better yet a mattress. The site gives good access to the window trail.
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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 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 Junct...
From Interstate 10, take highway 385 south to Fort Stockton and then on to Marathon. From Marathon, go 40 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.
Chisos Basin Group Campground is accessed via Highway 385, which connects to Interstate 10 to the north. The campground is approximately 40 miles south of Marathon on Highway 385.
The closest entrance is: Maverick Entrance Station
Approximate drive: 14.2 mi · 24 min
The planned construction of the Big Bend National Park Chisos Mountains Lodge and other Chisos Basin facility improvements, originally scheduled to begin in May 2026, will not proceed as planned. Importantly, Big Bend National Park remains fully open to visitors. Due to the construction delay, previously planned closures of the Chisos Basin will not take place, ensuring continued access to the park’s facilities and breathtaking landscapes. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to sharing updates as we work toward bringing these important improvements to fruition.
Last updated: October 22, 2026
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Elevation: 5,308 ft
Best Season: Fall, Spring
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