Chisos Basin Campground, Big Bend National Park, TX - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Chisos Basin Campground is part of Big Bend National Park in Texas (3 hrs 42 min south of Odessa, TX) with an elevation of 5,174 feet. Chisos Basin Campground is rated 4.6 stars from 1,811 reviews. There are a total of 59 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 56 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 24 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $16.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, dump station, restroom, trash dumpster, and flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.

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A maximum of two motor vehicles, one vehicle with a trailer, one motorhome with tow vehicle or four motorcycles allowed per campsite. A maximum of four tents OR one wheeled camping unit and one tent allowed per campsite. Only 1 conversion van or other type of recreational vehicle allowed per site. Two (2) conversion vans or RVs require 2 campsites.

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.

NOTE: These alerts were current on the reservation website as of 43 minutes ago.

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Campsite Reviews (1851)

4.6 out of 5

5 star		72%
4 star		17%
3 star		4%
2 star		2%
1 star		2%

@AnnS5848646 · Camped on Apr 21, 2026 at Campsite #32

Beautiful campground, and temps were much cooler than at Rio Grande village. Sites are not necessarily level, so bring some levelers.

@CharlesL794562 · Camped on Apr 21, 2026 at Campsite #26

Nice campsite, steps away from good hikes. This is especially important when the sun becomes dangerous.

@JoseT6782483 · Camped on Apr 20, 2026 at Campsite #27

Stayed in the basin. Restrooms are disgusting. Volunteer hosts are delicate.

@SabrinaS862420 · Camped on Apr 20, 2026 at Campsite #20

One of my favorite spots! No service and the host are exceptional!

@MoniqueG38423C · Camped on Apr 18, 2026 at Campsite #4

The host is really nice

@MarkW2201412 · Camped on Apr 15, 2026 at Campsite #58

Lots of unremovable rocks. Space was a bit small for our queen size tent. Great view. Great location for night sky photos. The location sits above other campsites. The five foot climb up to the location was a bit annoying. Shame I don't see an opportunity to include photos.

@GALEMDFC844E32 · Camped on Apr 15, 2026 at Campsite #42

Absolutely one of the best camp hosts weve had. Very knowledgeable and accessible. Peaceful site with beautiful views. Clean restrooms that were always well stocked and maintained. Good hiking trail access.

@LindsayWC57FE7 · Camped on Apr 14, 2026 at Campsite #32

Site 46 trail head directly at corner of site on one side, good spacing on other. The back of the site is directly up against 2 other sites, there's nothing in-between you, just open gravel. The bathroom behind site but have to go all the way around or cross between the two other sites. We backed in a small trailer, front end of driveway lower than back. Beautiful place to be regardless of discomforts.

@keithh9614073 · Camped on Apr 14, 2026 at Campsite #53

Beautiful view and nicely isolated from neighboring spots. But the spot was small and there were not many options for positioning my tent. Also, I would have liked to have a shelter from the sun.

@ZacharyS971183 · Camped on Apr 12, 2026 at Campsite #55

Great campsite with well maintained facilities and awesome camp hosts

@CharleneMA80E2 · Camped on Apr 12, 2026 at Campsite #13

Nice pavillions at each site. few sites level. Closely spaced. Area lovely. Nice and cool up in the canyon. Beautiful. Good hiking from campsite.

@Christian78293 · Camped on Apr 11, 2026 at Campsite #18

Fantastic Experience

@EdwardT1368517 · Camped on Apr 9, 2026 at Campsite #17

Great overnight stay, good hiking nearby and lots of interesting things to see and do in Big Bend NP.

@RobW1026981 · Camped on Apr 8, 2026 at Campsite #60

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.

@katieh5499084 · Camped on Apr 8, 2026 at Campsite #29

We always stay at site 29. Last year we stayed there & we had a shower tent. Washed our dishes at the site. We always bring plenty of water with us. This time they had a paper on the table. Which said no shower tents, no water on the ground. No washing dishes. Because it will draw the animals in the camp area. I talked to the park host. If it would have be on the alerts that I always watch before I travel anywhere. I wouldnt have wasted my time bringing 4 five gallons of water. And the place to wash dishes at the restrooms was nasty. Please put what people needs to know on the alerts. Thanks

@HeidiM5039777 · Camped on Apr 8, 2026 at Campsite #13

Beautiful area. Loved it.

@JenniferR98687 · Camped on Apr 8, 2026 at Campsite #59

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.

@AndreaC2078371 · Camped on Apr 7, 2026 at Campsite #57

One of the best campsites! Mostly private and a decent size for 2 tents. Absolutely ZERO shade so bring a canopy! Just around the corner from the window trailhead and restrooms. We enjoyed a very informative morning coffee group talk with the ranger. Got a free Big Bend mug ;) Everyone throughout the park, both staff & guests, were so welcoming and friendly. Clean and very well conserved park. Note, if youre crossing to boquillos the stores wont give you small bills so kept that to yourself and just buy some gum. Lastly, we werent sure what to expect to pay for the FULL experience bc not a lot of info is out there so here ya go it was me and my bf and we spent $200+. Between the boat to cross, the horse to town, the tour guide (we didnt ask for lol), 2 entrees/2 cocktails, 2 waters, 2 souvenirs, immigration fees completely worth it and Loved to support their economy, just plan accordingly bc we didnt lol. Anywho, enjoy!

@ErinB8244312 · Camped on Apr 6, 2026 at Campsite #41

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 :)

@MatthewS683247 · Camped on Apr 5, 2026 at Campsite #27

Amazing campground. One of the most impressive places I have ever been fortunate enough to camp.

@JillB2653233 · Camped on Apr 5, 2026 at Campsite #28

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.

@NicholasN691FB · Camped on Apr 4, 2026 at Campsite #6

The campground is amazing. We enjoyed it. I wish they would make up there mind if they are closing it or not for renovations

@EvaMelCAFDB49E · Camped on Apr 4, 2026 at Campsite #3

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!!!

@LilyKAFEF19A8F · Camped on Apr 3, 2026 at Campsite #8

Amazing campsite for 1-2 people. Very accessible but is a little small for more than a 3 person tent.

@GracieC2FE3605 · Camped on Apr 1, 2026 at Campsite #33

This camp site is awesome. Its beautiful, clean, and in the perfect location. Highly recommend.

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