Big Bend National Park38
Campsite #38 at Chisos Basin Campground, Big Bend National Park, TX
$16
Campsite #38
| Drive-In | 8 people |
| 22 ft | Parallel |
| 2 | fair |
2/6
5/1
Campsite #38 Features: Drive-In access, Parallel parking, 22-foot 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 | | 76% |
| 4 star | | 16% |
| 3 star | | 8% |
| 2 star | | 0% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@BrianL8268206 · Camped on Jan 2, 2026 at Campsite #38
Very convenient location for the campsite, centrally located and close to bathroom/water spigot. Shade structure is nice to have during the day, bear box is large and has space for many things. Similar to other campsites, it is rather small. No natural barrier between this site and others, many campsites in the Chisos are the same due to relatively sparse vegetation. Can't be helped, really, as that is the area's ecology, however, the lack of natural barriers led to many people walking through our campsite on the way to the bathroom/water. Additionally, due to small size of each campsite, you are in close proximity to others and can easily hear conversation, music, and even snoring at night. Would recommend ear plugs if you're a light sleeper. Despite this, was a great spot and I'd highly recommend it.
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@ErinD7039230 · Camped on Sep 19, 2025 at Campsite #38
Chisos basin is the best place to camp in the park!
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@Christoph66264 · Camped on Mar 31, 2025 at Campsite #38
Our 18 ft Tab400 pulled by an F150 fit perfectly in this site except we had to turn around and go the wrong way to get the door facing the table. Host was not upset at that.
@TrevorE5672118 · Camped on Jan 28, 2025 at Campsite #38
I enjoyed my stay in the Chisos Basin! It's beautiful, you should go there and enjoy it too!
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@MarkS8760847 · Camped on Jan 18, 2025 at Campsite #38
Always a great destination with helpful staff and comfortable facilities (clean restrooms).
@BruceF4214645 · Camped on Dec 5, 2024 at Campsite #38
I have a 10x10 tent and it won't fit in some of the campsites, especially #53.
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@DrewY7FD2A5972 · Camped on Oct 27, 2024 at Campsite #38
Wonderful campground, spectacular hikes and an amazing night sky. Our MUST DO hikes would be the Window and Lost Mine.The food at the lodge was excellent in quality and price. We will stay here again when in the area.
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@LeslieW5118824 · Camped on Apr 16, 2024 at Campsite #38
Chisos Basin Campground in Big Bend National Park is a neat place . We were able to see the sunset through what is called the window view. There is also a lodge for people that don't have camping equipment. The road to the campground is suitable for vehicles 30 feet and under.
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@WarrenY9B580AF · Camped on Feb 21, 2024 at Campsite #38
Best to plan hikes on the forecast. Huge variation in temperature in the Park.
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@MelissaK867058 · Camped on Feb 16, 2024 at Campsite #38
Make sure that you have the correct size tent for what your site can hold. We were able to put up 2 large tents at site #38. Make sure to look at pics of site and also google maps was a great help in determining the size of tents we could use.
@MarkH6047851 · Camped on Jun 6, 2023 at Campsite #38
Big Bend park was a great experience for our family camping trip. Very friendly employees from the camp host to the visitor center. The trails are all well kept and the restaurant food was surprisingly very good. We visited the first week of June, right when it started to get hot. My kids want to come back, but I would come when it was cooler so we could enjoy the valley and hiking a even more.
@ShirleyM318911 · Camped on Feb 12, 2023 at Campsite #38
The park host was welcoming. He was very helpful to a newbie to BB. I loved all of BB. My recommendation is to stay longer and return often
@KathleenM78273 · Camped on Jan 4, 2023 at Campsite #38
Beautiful location! The campground is close to numerous great trailheads. The campground host is very helpful.
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@Christoph82403 · Camped on Dec 20, 2022 at Campsite #38
The rangers and hosts were super informative and we always try and interact as we travel to get the best experience of the area . Loved sharing with your crew here
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@RyanL5089068 · Camped on Dec 3, 2022 at Campsite #38
Beautiful campground, quiet, cleanGood cell reception for those who want it
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@AugieH500901CE · Camped on Nov 28, 2022 at Campsite #38
Had to cancel previous trips due to injury and severe weather but all worked out this time. Thank you God. The long drive from Ft. Sheridan to BBNP is sorta scary with no cell service and only saw 2 cars on the road. Chisos Basin Lodge restaurant food was good and nice to take a break back in civilization after hiking and seeing very few people. Trip to Mexico at Boquillas and first time riding a burro was excellent. Nice touch they sent a translator with me the entire visit to town and back with excellent food. Not the typical state park party animals at Chisos Basin campsite so easy to sleep very night. great night stars. Maybe better directions necessary for those attempting Santa Elena Canyon Trail than the current sign. I told 5-10 hikers they needed to walk right to the end of creek water and cross there because they were just standing around thinking only option was to cross river. I did not understand Old Maverick Road was THAT bumpy and another spooky road only seeing one car. Terlingua ghost town was worth the trip at the Starlight Restaurant. Very long drive from Austin but one I will remember fondly. Thank you BBNP.
@JessicaH685289 · Camped on Oct 21, 2022 at Campsite #38
The site had everything we needed, but wow the sites are so very close together! We had shade, drinking water, clean bathrooms and space for 2 tents. I do wish the lights outside the bathrooms would have been a little dimmer. Camp hosts were so friendly and helpful! I'd go back in a heartbeat.
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@FordH55EE971AA · Camped on Mar 24, 2022 at Campsite #38
Fantastic views and campgrounds
@CraigM48AD46E3 · Camped on Mar 1, 2022 at Campsite #38
Exactly what I expected. Spectacular scenery, well maintained trails, beautiful campground.
@Christina44325 · Camped on Feb 20, 2022 at Campsite #38
The campsites were awesome!
@JustinS6067631 · Camped on Feb 15, 2022 at Campsite #38
Very nice site. Beautiful views and good facilities.
@ErinG661 · Camped on Jan 2, 2022 at Campsite #38
This is one of the most scenic and tranquil campgrounds that I have visited in a national park. Big Bend is significantly underrated and we will definitely make a trip back sometime soon.
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@RodneyD613 · Camped on Sep 16, 2021 at Campsite #38
Beautiful place and well maintained facilities. Campground host was excellent and very welcoming.
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