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Chisos Basin Campground, Big Bend National Park, TX, 79834
Lat:29.2759007921
Lng:-103.302285693
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National Park ServiceLast Updated: July 23, 2026
Campground
Chisos Basin Campground
National Park ServiceCampground
Chisos Basin Campground, Big Bend National Park, TX, 79834
National Park ServiceLast Updated: July 23, 2026
The Chisos Basin Campground is nestled in an open woodland within a scenic mountain basin. Campers enjoy the iconic views of Casa Grande and Emory Peak. The sunset through the nearby "Window" is a Big Bend highlight. Some of the park's most popular trails begin nearby. Elevation is 5,400 feet. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Trailers over 20 feet and RV's over 24 feet are not recommended due to the narrow, winding road to the Basin and small campsites.
Open year round.
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Cell Phone Reception
Amphitheater
Dump Station
Camp Store
Staff or Host On-Site
Potable Water
Ice For Sale
Food Storage Lockers
Several highways lead to Big Bend National Park: TX 118 from Alpine to Study Butte or FM 170 from Presidio to Study Butte (then 26 miles east to park headquarters), or US 90 or US 385 to Marathon (then 70 miles south to park headquarters). The Chisos Basin Campground is located in the Chisos Basin near the end of the Chisos Basin Road, 10 miles from Panther Junction.
Campsite Fee
Per night. Campsite capacity is maximum of 8 people and two vehicles. Reservations required through www.recreation.gov. Park entrance fees are separate from campground fees. An entrance pass is required in the park and while staying in the campground.
Wheelchair Access
The campground is somewhat hilly, but paved roads connect campsite parking areas and restrooms.
Cell Phone Information
There is cell service in the campground area.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
RVs and Trailers over 24' are NOT recommended.
RV Maximum Length
24
Trailer Maximum Length
20
ADA Information
One ADA campsite (site #37) with paved walkway, accessible picnic table and grill. Adjacent to water spigot and public restroom facility. The nearby public restroom is accessible.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Classifications
Developed Campground
Trailers over 20' and RVs over 24' are not recommended due to the narrow, winding road into the Basin and the very small campsites in the campground. There are very few places where a larger recreational vehicle can turn around within the entire Chisos Basin area.
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