Big Bend National Park$16
Rio Grande Village
Total sites: 92
Available Tonight: 31
Available this Weekend: 29
Booking Window: 6 months
Available Tonight: 31
Available this Weekend: 29
Booking Window: 6 months
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Rio Grande Village Campground, Big Bend National Park, TX - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Rio Grande Village Campground is part of Big Bend National Park in Texas (4 hrs 19 min west of Del Rio, TX) with an elevation of 1,846 feet. There are a total of 92 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 87 sites can accommodate RVs between 15 and 80 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $16.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, general store, boat ramp, restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater, ice, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails.
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Campsite Reviews (992)
4.5 out of 5
| 5 star | 63% | |
| 4 star | 22% | |
| 3 star | 8% | |
| 2 star | 3% | |
| 1 star | 2% |
@PatriciaM16546 · Camped on May 31, 2025 at Campsite #89
Beautiful campground. Some shadehorses, donkeys and javelina. Water available. Ice and gas at store!
@FidelSA3620623 · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #52
The campsite was great with a structure over the table that provided shade. The area is imposing. Bring your binoculars and telescope.
@EvanGFF05D683B · Camped on May 29, 2025 at Campsite #84
Spacious campsites and many with good shade. Lots of animals to spot; everything from deer and javelinas to vermillion flycatchers and cicadas.However, the unfenced and adjacent ranch land means there is lots of donkey, horse, and cow manure all over the campground - and there was plenty at our site. Donkeys roamed the campground for several hours one night and two were wearing bells, so between the clanging and the braying of the donkeys, it wasnt terribly restful.Village store is well stocked, has working WiFi, and the store/gas station is the only place in the park where you can add air to your tires.
@SueM2034977 · Camped on May 18, 2025 at Campsite #53
The campgrounds are well maintained including the individual sites, public areas and bathrooms. So quiet and beautiful. The staff were all so helpful. Well definitely be back.
@RobertT9956944 · Camped on May 15, 2025 at Campsite #77
Great campground. Park representative very friendly, professional and knowledgeable. Originally hesitant about location at one end of park, but, in the end, the location actually worked out perfectly for my wife and me. Would easily and readily recommend to anyone. Definitely recommend the Boquilas (SP?) canyon hike and the Borillas (SP?) border crossing.
@AnitaE2F106E67 · Camped on May 11, 2025 at Campsite #52
This was my second visit to Big Bend, first time was 5 years ago when I camped at Chisos Basin campground for a week full of awe and wonder how much Nature's marvel could affect how much simpler lifestyle can bring much fuller meaning and happiness and peace surrounded by creatures coexisting in harmony.This second camping experience was spent at Rio Grande Village and once again I have the grateful feeling for having an exceptional opportunity to be among roaming animals unmindful of humans just simply living on Nature's bounty without showing aggressive behavior, donkeys, horses, javelinas, and different types of birds were such natural means to amuse our souls and with their cacophony of sounds complimenting the night sky is far more healing and soothing than anything else in my opinion.The scenic drives along marvelous mountains never fails to make me wonder how much beauty they provide in endless ways depending on time of day, their magnificence captivated in real time cannot exactly be captured by my camera lens but are mostly embedded in my memories .Lastly, I have the time and means to indulge myself, spend camping without having to restrict how many days since this lifestyle I'm having as retirement life after existing for over three decades working hard providing for families hadn't been able to get much out of life's other than stressful things, thus even at older age , venturing out into Nature and road trips are more rewarding for well being.Camping lifestyle brings out how we cope with nature's habitat in harmony and teaches us how to adapt to changes and embrace ,accept our experiences with positive mindset and outcomes.Recommendations, savor each day, every encounter with other creatures, animals , birds, plants, fellow campers and changing weather, and experience the awesome night sky in total darkness, drive all scenic trails in different times of days when possible for countless panoramic views .Happiness is our mindset on Nature's life.
@AmandaC6826113 · Camped on May 10, 2025 at Campsite #7
The camp hosts were an incredible resource for helping us make the most of the trip!
@MarkP6983494 · Camped on May 6, 2025 at Campsite #81
Nice oasis with perfect amenities. Host was helpful as well as the rangers who madesure my tent didn't blow away during a freak storm while I was out hiking.
@Buenavent9B1D7 · Camped on May 1, 2025 at Campsite #42
Campsite 42 was an incredible choice! We had a huge amount of space for: enjoying a bbq-sponsored dinner, parking our car and setting-up the tent. This site had a decent amount of grass, and as it was surrounded by trees really gave us a fair amount of shade both during the evening and during the morning.The area is pretty safe, and I would recommend to everybody walking around, (specially during the night) to enjoy the solitude of star-gazing by your own.The campground ambassador came to introduce himself a few minutes after our arrival, and was very nice to talk to!Be aware of the presence of wildlife in the area, and of some farm animals roaming directly from Mexico. We really enjoyed watching them all.
@EmilieS6FAE1A3 · Camped on Apr 30, 2025 at Campsite #79
Nice campground.Bathrooms were clean and stockedTalked with volunteer ranger everyday. Able to run, bike and hike from the campground
@BethB9210736 · Camped on Apr 24, 2025 at Campsite #80
The campground is much nicer than we expected with a great trail close by. It was 107 degrees when we were there and wished there were electrical sites because our truck camper was almost unbearable at night. The manager of the store nearby was very helpful and since wed been traveling for awhile it was wonderful to have laundry facilities there. So much wildlife in the campground! Javelinas, roadrunners and even a bull that must have sneaked across the river. I just recommend not going in late spring, too hot!
@KevinM8804744 · Camped on Apr 24, 2025 at Campsite #31
This campsite has everything you need to enjoy your trip. Great experience.
@EmauniJ6EC999D · Camped on Apr 24, 2025 at Campsite #27
Well maintained. Great staff who will look out for you.
@MikeT3189940 · Camped on Apr 22, 2025 at Campsite #15
Great campground, sites are private, we really enjoy the ranger talks and were disappointed that staffing cuts made it impossible for them to do the talks.
@JamesP3218459 · Camped on Apr 22, 2025 at Campsite #60
Host was helpful and facilities were clean. Enjoyed the burros in the campground!
@LeslieW5118824 · Camped on Apr 21, 2025 at Campsite #43
Rio Grande Village serves as a base for many activities. Crossing the river to Boquillas is fun and interesting. The town is very modest and friendly. Cabrito tacos at Jose Falcons were delicious! The boardwalk on the river is very beautiful at sunset.
@AlainF13ADC748 · Camped on Apr 20, 2025 at Campsite #6
Very large site for every camper. Quiet, interesting trips around, in a beautiful nature.
@MaryH1910665 · Camped on Apr 20, 2025 at Campsite #5
The park is great. Enjoyed the night sky and quietness every night. The burros and javelinas in camp are fun to see. The end of April starts getting a little warm. Recommend a little earlier in the season. The border crossing is only open on certain days youll have to check with the Rangers.
@RicardoOC36BAF · Camped on Apr 19, 2025 at Campsite #56
Rio Grand Village is my place to camp at Big Bend. Bathrooms are clean, ample space between campsite. The grounds are clean and safe. Plenty of wildlife that walks through.
@NicholasC11628 · Camped on Apr 19, 2025 at Campsite #19
Really enjoyed our stay. Well kept and clean. For a dark park I would have liked to see more respect with lights, but a short drive or walk fixed that situation. In all everything was fantastic.
@PatrickW387339 · Camped on Apr 18, 2025 at Campsite #26
Good campsite. Secluded from the big open field part of the campsite. Good access to the Nature Trail. Showers were backed up and a mess when we were there.
@JessyL16DF12DC · Camped on Apr 16, 2025 at Campsite #44
Electric hook ups would have been helpful in dealing with the heat. But sites are big and trees offer some shade
@AprilB5759478 · Camped on Apr 14, 2025 at Campsite #5
The wind was really bad when we were there. Not sure if it like that all the time, but the tent pads could not hold stakes and I had to tie our tent to the car, brick column, and picnic table to keep it from blowing away. My friend felt all the gravel through her sleeping pad. The only plus was that the store location was convenient and the bathrooms were well-maintained.
@PaulM6940902 · Camped on Apr 13, 2025 at Campsite #52
Well-maintained campground and facilities; very friendly hosts; good spacing between the camping spots to allow for privacy.
@CristineKF0DB6 · Camped on Apr 13, 2025 at Campsite #77
I cannot believe I waited this long to visit Big Bend National Park. The park is gorgeous, with so many different opportunites for hiking, birding, and enjoying nature and the scenery. The Rio Grande Village camp site was excellent: easy to find, easy to find our spot (labeled daily with your initials), clean bathrooms with running water and a place to wash dishes, easy access to trails. The Village store showers were easy to use ($2 for 5 minutes, quarters available at the camp store). Everyone was friendly and respectful (employees, volunteers, and visitors) and you just can't beat the views. There is internet at the centers and stores, so you're not totally offgrid. Bring your passport if you want to offically go into Mexico (and not just hop stones across the Rio Grande). I live in rural Texas, and the recycling was better at the park than at my house, plus I love that the each campsite provided a safe place to store your food from wildlife like bears (we did not see any).
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