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Campsite #7 at Chisos Basin Campground, Big Bend National Park, TX
$16
Campsite #7
| Drive-In | 8 people |
| 24 ft | Pull-through |
| 2 | good |
7/3
7/14
Campsite #7 Features: Drive-In access, Pull-through parking, 24ft driveway, Fire ring w/ Grill, Food Storage Locker, Picnic Table, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (25)
4.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 68% |
| 4 star | | 20% |
| 3 star | | 8% |
| 2 star | | 4% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@RobinC5286361 · Camped on May 1, 2025 at Campsite #7
Beautiful site.
@MattV8158D7E5D · Camped on Mar 30, 2025 at Campsite #7
The campsites are very small and right on top of each other. They are also not level at all. The campground is best for tent camping IMO and maybe that's already known. With that said, it's set in a beautiful setting.
@RobertO7909406 · Camped on Jan 13, 2025 at Campsite #7
We camped in site 7 which had Casa Grande on one side and the Chisos mountains encircling you. The views were amazing. Site 7 is a pull through with lots of room. Its not at all level, came up on 3 blocks on the passenger rear and 4 in the front. Its a generator free campground so extremely peaceful. Bathrooms were clean and warm. Our 25ft LTV had no trouble navigating the roads or parking at the visitor center, backed in. Tried to view the sunset through the window view, but the sun was too far south, but Im sure thats spectacular. You can hike the Windows trail from the campground and save well over a mile. Would definitely stay again.
@KristinaB23298 · Camped on Jan 3, 2025 at Campsite #7
I really only have one complaint, which was unfortunately a big enough problem that it kinda ruined the whole experience for us. This campsite was really close to the water alarm that went off anytime anyone in the entire campsite turned on the water. The alarm basically was going off sporadically the entire time and it was SO annoying. Glad we spent most of our time away from campsite and that I brought my noise canceling earbuds. We also stayed at campsite 3 our first night and had no problems with the alarm when on that site. I really hope they eliminate the water alarm because it really bothered us during our stay.
@AndresC9C4EBB4 · Camped on Dec 21, 2024 at Campsite #7
Great site, easy access to the restroom
@MarkH6047851 · Camped on Nov 17, 2024 at Campsite #7
Campground and restrooms were clean. Be careful on the back country trails. High clearance 4x4 vehicle is truly necessary. Since campfires are not allowed, we brought a portable propane heater since it was pretty chilly, and we were tent camping.
@BevR89F792C6BD · Camped on Nov 6, 2024 at Campsite #7
Spectacular location; hiking right from campsite, friendly camp host,
@SusannahS45861 · Camped on Jun 11, 2024 at Campsite #7
Kim the host was amazing. Great experience . The flies are bad tho.
@TrishaDAF74552 · Camped on Apr 28, 2024 at Campsite #7
Great site with picnic shelter and bear box. Nice short hike up to restaurant and visitor center. Basic amenities. Beautiful location.
@JulieK5031509 · Camped on Feb 12, 2024 at Campsite #7
Beautiful location. The best hikes start from here. The lodge restaurant serves surprisingly gourmet food along with delicious hamburgers. Many campsites are unlevel due to the hillside location so pay attention to the campsite description. Star gazing at its best here.
@RoxanneP7D16C2 · Camped on Dec 31, 2023 at Campsite #7
Beautiful night sky in the winter when it was clear, the dark outline of the mountains against the blanket of stars, absolutely beautiful! On site staff very nice & helpful.
@KenardPDF10D6D · Camped on Dec 19, 2023 at Campsite #7
Chisos Basin is the jewel of Big Bend. The bathrooms had some updates made to them prior to our stay, however, they could use a total refresh instead of just the small repairs.
@KiameM45BE74FE · Camped on Dec 3, 2023 at Campsite #7
nice campground but closed bathroom made the portapotty incredibly grossvery loud neighbors arriving at midnight
@BenF7171752 · Camped on Oct 24, 2023 at Campsite #7
Amazing view both from within the campground and the hill above. Peaceful. The bathrooms are kept dark in the evenings, which allowed us to capture stunning photos of the stars. Definitely recommend this place to anyone traveling near the area. Remember to gas up at Panther Junction!
@SharonB340 · Camped on Jan 20, 2022 at Campsite #7
Beautiful surroundings! Wish the restaurant was open but understand the difficulty of finding people to work.
@LisaJ962 · Camped on Nov 30, 2021 at Campsite #7
This was a wonderful place to spend the night under the stars. The campsite was full yet it was so quiet and peaceful. We tent camped and were right next to the bathrooms so the it all worked out perfectly. The Window Trail is a must hike. And sitting out under the stars is definitely a life changing experience.
@danw785 · Camped on Nov 29, 2021 at Campsite #7
Beautiful
@CaitlinG201 · Camped on Oct 14, 2021 at Campsite #7
Amazing campsite
@JeanneW861 · Camped on Oct 3, 2021 at Campsite #7
This is a beautiful campground ! And Big Bend National Park is also very worth going to see. We loved it all and hope to go back again one day. It's worth the drive to go out of your way to see this park and stay at Chisos Basin Campground.
@AdamS201 · Camped on Jul 11, 2021 at Campsite #7
Incredible campground, like camping in a painting. Close to the best hikes. The rangers there were extremely nice and helpful sharing their personal experiences with the different hikes available.
@PeteT608 · Camped on Jun 28, 2021 at Campsite #7
We love camping at chisos basin campground. We pull an 18 foot trailer and it fits well at most sites. The sites are small, require leveling and some backing skills but it is worth it for the views and access to great hiking trails. Park hosts are great and very helpful. Will be back again soon.
@ErnestC307 · Camped on Jun 13, 2021 at Campsite #7
The Chisos Basin campground was great. Excellent views, near the visitor center and trailheads. Ants were an issue, they got inside our small trailer. The camp host was really nice and helpful. Our stay was in mid June so it was hot, but under shade it wasn't bad. We hope to go there again.
@ChandonF651 · Camped on May 30, 2021 at Campsite #7
I've been coming to Big Bend for many, many years and I usually camp so staying in a room at the lodge was a new experience for me. For the most part, with the exception of the carpet the room was clean. The carpet was so gross I kept my socks on. The rooms décor seems to be stuck in the 80s which was interesting, the beds were comfortable. The restaurant was closed but provided a delivery service for Dinner and pick up for Breakfast. There was a lot of trash floating around the parking lot and behind the buildings, this was really disappointing. Mostly that people just litter but also that either their staffing levels are low and can't seem to handle it. My wife isn't much of a camper so she was glad for the room because there were some very hot days of course and it threatened to rain each night. I'd do it again I suppose if the restaurant is open, and I'll go in the off season like I usually do.
@SharonS652 · Camped on Mar 19, 2021 at Campsite #7
Clean campsite
Bathroom was clean
Garbage was picked up
Bathroom was clean
Garbage was picked up
@JohnW531 · Camped on Feb 16, 2021 at Campsite #7
Chisos basin and trails
Scenic drive to Santa Elena Canyon
Scenic drive to Santa Elena Canyon
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