Big Bend National Park20
Campsite #20 at Chisos Basin Campground, Big Bend National Park, TX
$16
Campsite #20
| Drive-In | 8 people |
| 20 ft | Parallel |
| 1 | fair |
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Campsite #20 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 (24)
4.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 71% |
| 4 star | | 21% |
| 3 star | | 4% |
| 2 star | | 4% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@MichaelO624286 · Camped on Nov 6, 2025 at Campsite #20
Its a paved parking lot but RVs are off to the sides for a bit of privacy. Picnic tables. Description says no cell service but ATT gave us two bars. The one water spigot does not take a hose so no-one can fill up their tanks but interestingly blasts out water in all directions, thereby wasting a lot of water. Its conveniently at the trailhead for Guadalupe and Devils Hall- two great hikes.
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@THOMASA5851804 · Camped on Nov 21, 2024 at Campsite #20
Chisos basin was a gorgeous campground with easy access to trails and in a prime location for camping. A store is close by and the location is perfect to prep for the gorgeous views up the Emory Peak trail
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@PeterB9363957 · Camped on May 18, 2024 at Campsite #20
Jeff and Kim were wonderful camp hosts. Chisos Basin was clean and well maintained. Will stay there again.
@WilliamH158481 · Camped on May 13, 2024 at Campsite #20
The rangers were the nicest people oh my gosh. Broke a piece of my car lol. Dont drive into the boulders bordering the campsites. Highly recommend if hiking the basin rims and the place to stay for Colima Warbler.
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@ThomasB3452376 · Camped on Mar 31, 2024 at Campsite #20
Beautiful location and central to the best hikes!
Good
@ZhewenZ8C2A247 · Camped on Dec 20, 2023 at Campsite #20
It was great
@DorisREDACE425 · Camped on May 23, 2023 at Campsite #20
Campground overall has lovely views and amenities. So be aware that all sites DO NOT have shade structures. Do look at the site when you book.
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@ThomasT2893818 · Camped on May 7, 2023 at Campsite #20
Chisos Basin is a must for camping! Truly beautiful mountain oasis in desert.
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@JosephM2374984 · Camped on Nov 26, 2022 at Campsite #20
What a great camping / hiking venue. Very scenic. Only issues is there are now a lot of campsites being reserved that are not being claimed.
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@Katherine76321 · Camped on Sep 20, 2022 at Campsite #20
The only problem is that I wish I could have stayed longer. Amazing and beautiful experience. Cant wait to go back!!
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@SusanB4210667 · Camped on Mar 1, 2022 at Campsite #20
The sunsets from the campground are awesome. Some of the sunrises were beautiful. The mountains around you change color with the light changes.
@JoanneF03F14D2 · Camped on Feb 24, 2022 at Campsite #20
Great hikes.
@KathyH9289839 · Camped on Jan 31, 2022 at Campsite #20
great location, campground, etc.
@LukeB5750B5D52 · Camped on Jan 11, 2022 at Campsite #20
Campground itself was stunning. Facilities were great as well bathrooms clean and comfortable; trails nearby; etc.We stayed in campsite 20 and it had excellent views, although it was a little on the small end. Would absolutely stay again, though.
@LukeB942 · Camped on Jan 11, 2022 at Campsite #20
Campground itself was stunning. Facilities were great as well — bathrooms clean and comfortable; trails nearby; etc.
We stayed in campsite 20 and it had excellent views, although it was a little on the small end. Would absolutely stay again, though.
We stayed in campsite 20 and it had excellent views, although it was a little on the small end. Would absolutely stay again, though.
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@KeithM216 · Camped on Dec 7, 2021 at Campsite #20
To bad there were so many no shows. I hear that Rec.com makes cancellations expensive. It should be free. I also here that rec.gov is experimenting with charging a service fee for the service. I hope this does not happen.
@MichaelB212 · Camped on Dec 2, 2021 at Campsite #20
This is a great park. I really enjoyed staying in the Chisos Basin campground and hiking in that area. Next time I will probably try the lodge. The restaurant was very good. The park rangers were very friendly and helpful and the facilities were well maintained. I would recommend this park to anyone looking for a good hiking destination during the late fall or winter seasons. Spectacular views from the South Rim hike.
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@KedarH939 · Camped on May 8, 2021 at Campsite #20
The campground is very good. Most sites have a shaded structure, some don't (check before you reserve). The ground is level and easy to set a campsite. The ground however is gravelly, so a inflatable/foam pad under the sleeping bags is recommended. The campsite gets 4G LTE network, but it can be hit or miss in terms of connectivity. You do have the option of connecting to Wi-Fi at the visitor center and the lodge. The campground hosts are friendly and know the park very well.
@RobertP672 · Camped on Mar 8, 2021 at Campsite #20
The gentleman that was the host was the mostly friendly/helpful Big Bend staff member of any form I have encountered in year. Big Bend could use a few more of him.
@JeremyS534 · Camped on Feb 10, 2021 at Campsite #20
Big bend was great. The road closures were frustrating, but the park and campground are excellent.
@JohnK6536193 · Camped on Sep 21, 2020 at Campsite #20
Well run site with great amenities and beautiful sites. Loved this experience. The park has great signage to help direct you on hikes. Additionally, the rangers were fantastic.
@EugenaFF1EE010 · Camped on Jan 18, 2020 at Campsite #20
Such a good time! LOTS of hiking. Views were pretty incredible and the stars at night were unbeatable. Unfortunately all the things we wanted to see were on opposites sides of the park and it is BIG, the speed limit is a strict 45 mph so driving anywhere takes a bit of time. Overall a great experience!
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