Campsite #19 at Chisos Basin Campground, Big Bend National Park, TX

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Campsite #19

35 reviews
Drive-In 8 people
20 ft Parallel
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Campsite #19 Features: Drive-In access, Parallel parking, 20-foot driveway, Fire ring w/ Grill, Food Storage Locker, Picnic Table, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed

Campsite Reviews (25)

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@KimberlyG96485 · Camped on Feb 2, 2026 at Campsite #19
Perfect site with stunning views!!
Verizon
Good
@GaryB5198117 · Camped on Dec 1, 2025 at Campsite #19
Beautiful park. Vast and remote. Excellent, well-maintained campground.
AT&T
No Service
@PatP4583844 · Camped on Nov 11, 2025 at Campsite #19
We camped at Chisos Basin last week during the shutdown. Everything went great. We backpacked in to south rim #4. Only saw a few other people packing in. Everything was clean and in great shape. Back at Chisos we made a few trips to the food truck. Thanks to all of the people who were working to keep it going.
AT&T
Good
@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.
@AngelS81BEFD3E · Camped on Mar 15, 2025 at Campsite #19
Our campsite offered spectacular views of Casa Grande, and the proximity to the Window and Lost Mine Trail was excellent. The park felt less busy than on Spring Break in years past, so that was a bonus. All park rangers, staff, and volunteers were friendly and kind. We love Big Bend!
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Some Coverage
@ThomasM8282631 · Camped on Nov 13, 2024 at Campsite #19
Great site. Somewhat private compared to others. Sun shade is a life saver in mid day heat. Easy access to water and toilets. In a shocking discovery for one of our crew who forgot a sleeping pad the Texas ground is hard!!
AT&T
Excellent
@LucilleW126771 · Camped on Nov 3, 2024 at Campsite #19
Great camp site facing the mountains. Small site, so best for just one tent. Nice to have shade covering. Very quiet, even with being right across from wonderful camp hosts.
AT&T
Some Coverage
@PaulR8FA12B771 · Camped on Jul 11, 2024 at Campsite #19
Not typically one to leave a review, but what an amazing campground. Kim, Jeff, and George were some of the best camp hosts I have ever stayed with. They are extremely knowledgeable about the entire park and area, and eager to give advice and tips. Ill be back next year to see them again!
Verizon
Good
@JohnL4419148 · Camped on May 19, 2024 at Campsite #19
The campground was quite nice. The hosts were very helpful and friendly. It was hot, but that's no one's fault.
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Some Coverage
@KaralineZ1E77D · Camped on Feb 11, 2024 at Campsite #19
Big Bend was majestic. Lost Mine trail was spectacular. Love how expansive the park and landscape are.
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Some Coverage
@TimF3815900 · Camped on Feb 1, 2024 at Campsite #19
Research your site selection carefully if youre in a van since many sites arent accommodating. But the panoramic views around the campground are majestic and the campground has a good vibe of friendly, adventurous people. Would stay here again if I could get a site that works for my van.
Verizon
Some Coverage
@LindsayS315232 · Camped on Dec 22, 2023 at Campsite #19
Loved everything about this campground except it needs showers.
AT&T
Major Issues
@JasonB8429005 · Camped on Oct 17, 2023 at Campsite #19
Really great campground close to even better hikes. The nighttime ranger talks are worth checking out.
T-Mobile
Good
@TINGYUAN42B5A6 · Camped on May 21, 2023 at Campsite #19
Nice view and clean camping site.
@AlexandriD3982 · Camped on Mar 13, 2023 at Campsite #19
No issues what so ever, loved our trip! Night sky was AMAZING! Will plan on coming back for sure!
T-Mobile
Major Issues
@GaryB5198117 · Camped on Dec 4, 2022 at Campsite #19
Peaceful. Beautiful. Epic.
AT&T
No Service
@ZhengYan0F5337 · Camped on Oct 24, 2022 at Campsite #19
Camp host was rude and decided not to turn off her bright blue led lights decorating her trailer. Killed everyone's night vision for star gazing
AT&T
Good
@LarryM8356646 · Camped on Jun 22, 2022 at Campsite #19
Camp Rangers Very helpful
@DavidB5075483 · Camped on Jun 14, 2022 at Campsite #19
Don't be afraid of camping in the Basin in June. Days were hot but nights are pleasant . Not crowded --plenty of options for camp sites -- nice hosts at the Basin campsites.
@JustinF7D851FE · Camped on May 5, 2022 at Campsite #19
Park Ranger, Jeff, was extremely kind and friendly. The Basin Campground never disappoints and can never say enough good things about it. Can't wait to go back!
@KarenT7749653 · Camped on Jan 31, 2022 at Campsite #19
Campsite 19 was perfect for tent camping. Might have been tight with a trailerpark in road. But it was quiet, bathrooms were clean, and beautiful setting.
@stuartdA752540 · Camped on Dec 18, 2021 at Campsite #19
2 seperate camp hosts were excellent. Especially the perrenial one.Didnt realize how extremely popular for both domestic and international folks.Way too busy for me but nevertheless had a fine time.To all, Take Care......
@brittanym525 · Camped on Nov 20, 2021 at Campsite #19
Always love staying the basin!
AT&T
Good
@RachaelC693 · Camped on Oct 18, 2021 at Campsite #19
The Chisos Basin campground is excellent all-around! This campground is centrally located and close to many great trails in Big Bend National Park. The campground is easy to access and there are plenty of bathrooms throughout the area. We stayed at site #19, which was spacious and provided a beautiful view. It is difficult to get a campsite here due to the large demand, but it is worth it, if you can!
AT&T
Good
@MIKITAM149 · Camped on Oct 8, 2021 at Campsite #19
Excellent location and campsite, no complains at all!
AT&T
No Service

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