Big Bend National Park$16
Chisos Basin
Total sites: 59
Available Tonight: 5
Available this Weekend: 4
Booking Window: 6 months
Available Tonight: 5
Available this Weekend: 4
Booking Window: 6 months
5,174 ft
68°F
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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 (4 hrs 10 min west of Del Rio, TX) with an elevation of 5,174 feet. 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, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
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Campsite Reviews (1035)
4.6 out of 5
| 5 star | 71% | |
| 4 star | 17% | |
| 3 star | 5% | |
| 2 star | 2% | |
| 1 star | 2% |
@JoostC03024B22 · Camped on Oct 18, 2025 at Campsite #58
We were able to stay in our c25 camper on stand 058 fits perfectly on the parking space.
@AlekS7147D7AA3 · Camped on Oct 17, 2025 at Campsite #10
1/5 stars. It was too big. The night sky was too pretty. It was a reasonable temperature.
@StephenS245469 · Camped on Oct 16, 2025 at Campsite #31
Everything was exceptional except for the loud children screaming in the area. I know that this cannot be helped, but it was rather loud.
@MadelineSE79A2 · Camped on Oct 16, 2025 at Campsite #59
Staying in the basin was a great experience! It's nice and centrally located in the park and has great views.
@JayN3740177 · Camped on Oct 16, 2025 at Campsite #1
The bathrooms were filthy; however, I wonder if the lapse in appropriations had something to do with it.
@DavidH4978786 · Camped on Oct 15, 2025 at Campsite #18
The location is so unique and beautiful. Camp sites are tight, but it's understandable trying to accommodate as many people as possible to enjoy the experience.
@catherine10371 · Camped on Oct 15, 2025 at Campsite #58
Tight driveways but spectacular views and very helpful camp hosts!
@LeeannJCC671F1 · Camped on Oct 15, 2025 at Campsite #4
004 site loop 1 in Chisos Basin was a pretty good spot, but not level at all. It seemed like a lot of traffic going to other sites. Camp site was next to restrooms and close to water and dump station. We did get permission to pull RV in going opposite to one-way traffic to have RV door facing the campsite.
@TammyM2556551 · Camped on Oct 13, 2025 at Campsite #51
Wonderful campground with some jaw dropping views but beware of the sticker burrs.
@KathleenI00AD7 · Camped on Oct 13, 2025 at Campsite #10
Great location. Lots of water throughout the campground. Many sites are small with very limited parking
@Sebastian3765E · Camped on Oct 13, 2025 at Campsite #27
Definitely plan to stay multiple days, the park is huge! Bring sunscreen and bug spray! And dont leave any snacks or anything in your tent because the ants will find it.
@AugustS199C0F8 · Camped on Oct 13, 2025 at Campsite #30
The Chisos Basin was one of the coolest places I have camped in my lifetime! Absolutely loved the experience and made it easy to hike the Lost Mine trail, Window Peak trail, Emory Peak, and the South Rim Trail. Also a great home base for any activities towards the western and eastern areas of the park.
@EmelyseC9E9893 · Camped on Oct 11, 2025 at Campsite #25
We had a lovely stay here at the Chisos Basin Campground. Would highly recommend it for anyone looking to explore the outdoors! We loved climbing up Emory Peak, visiting the Balanced Rock, and swimming in the Santa Elena Canyon.
@ClayS974041527 · Camped on Oct 10, 2025 at Campsite #41
This is a truly beautiful campground. We look forward to coming back in the future. Great access to trails and park sights.
@KarlaD8937548 · Camped on Oct 10, 2025 at Campsite #17
Made a group reservation with friends and family and our experience was great! The campsite areas were well kept, the rangers and staff were very helpful and welcoming. Our hikes were awesome and the views never fail to amaze. Looking forward to returning once it reopens.
@MinhT661DC2835 · Camped on Oct 10, 2025 at Campsite #39
The campground was wonderful. the beautiful scenic back drop and the amazing weather made it even more spectacular! the only complaint was that there's a strict grey water prevention rule; so i couldve gotten my quarters ready ;) otherwise the experience was wonderful. great neutral location to get to all the sites and hikes.
@JackH2795231 · Camped on Oct 9, 2025 at Campsite #19
Campground was amazing! Super clean site, as well as great location to the bathroom. Allowed for a quick clean up in the morning, and the trailhead is right there! We hiked up the Pinnacles to see Emory Peak, stayed our first night in Boot Canyon 3, hiked the East and South Rim to get to our second campsite- Laguna Meadows 1 (great view of Emory, secluded site)- and woke up early enough to make the final trek to the car and drive to Santa Elena Canyon as the sun was just starting to come up.
@Elizabeth29438 · Camped on Oct 5, 2025 at Campsite #40
During the shutdown we camped in the basin. There were still clean bathrooms. We hauled our trash to dumpsters that were emptied while we were there. The volunteer ranger - Mark helped us when we arrived with too many vehicles for our chosen campsite. He relocated to a site where we were actually comfortable. Weather was good and we hiked the Lost Mine Peak trail - I recommend. The camp store plus a food truck was available to campers in the basin.
@BenjaminP64293 · Camped on Oct 2, 2025 at Campsite #39
THANKS TO THE VOLUNTARY RANGER. THIS WAS THE BEST TRIP OF MY WHOLE LIFE. Absolutely gorgeous campground, nice and clean PERFECT
@MichaelD829846 · Camped on Oct 2, 2025 at Campsite #2
We had a great experience at the campground. The location is amazing! We will definitely be back.
@BrianS9986332 · Camped on Oct 2, 2025 at Campsite #60
Awesome as always. Stayed in the far reaches of the basin campground.
@StevenW5993867 · Camped on Sep 28, 2025 at Campsite #7
We pitched a tent at site #7. It has a fantastic view, and the location near drinking water, bathrooms, and dishwashing station was perfect. The awesome Window Trail was close by as well.
@DianeZEDB72267 · Camped on Sep 26, 2025 at Campsite #23
Quiet time is 10 pm. My suggestion would be at time of darkness. Loud music playing til 10 pm.
@NadineM2114071 · Camped on Sep 22, 2025 at Campsite #14
The campground hosts were both so friendly and helpful. Site #14 had too much of an incline for our small RV to be comfortable. Shane rearranged our reservation and moved us to #9 for three nights instead of one night. We had a fabulous time in this beautiful Basin.
@JacquelinB2FDF · Camped on Sep 19, 2025 at Campsite #3
First time at Big Bend and couldnt have asked for a better campsite! Location wasnt too far from the bathroom and had a fantastic view! Only small complaint was the amount of wasps/hornets surrounding the table area. A bit aggravating, but nothing we couldnt handle. Would book this site again!
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