Big Bend National Park21
Campsite #21 at Rio Grande Village Campground, Big Bend National Park, TX
$16
Tent Site #21
| Drive-In | 8 people |
| 20 ft | Back-In |
| 2 | weak |
3/4
4/21
Campsite #21 Features: Drive-In access, Back-In parking, 20-foot driveway, Food Storage Locker, Picnic Table, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (25)
4.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 76% |
| 4 star | | 24% |
| 3 star | | 0% |
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@SuzanneSF99833 · Camped on Feb 16, 2026 at Campsite #21
Site was nice and had some shade. We were in tent. Close to bathroom and trailhead. Beautiful night sky. No cell reception. Showers at store were good and cost $2.00.Border crossing was not open when we were there.
@LanceL19154D24 · Camped on Feb 14, 2026 at Campsite #21
Excellent
@PaulaB5328808 · Camped on Dec 29, 2025 at Campsite #21
This was our second time staying at this site and we loved it just as much! The tree cover helps protect from wind but theres still plenty of space to see the stars from your tent. A close walk to the bathroom without the traffic or hand dryers bothering us at night. The camp hosts were incredibly friendly as always and stopped to chat with us on their rounds. Im sure well be back!
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@StevenS1501716 · Camped on Dec 20, 2025 at Campsite #21
Campsite was in a great location. Stars were unreal. Such an awesome trip.
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@MeganL7131382 · Camped on Feb 2, 2025 at Campsite #21
The campsite was great. We enjoyed our stay.
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@MeganL7131382 · Camped on Feb 2, 2025 at Campsite #21
The campsite was great. We enjoyed our stay.
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@JanetA3115325 · Camped on Jan 27, 2025 at Campsite #21
Loved the nature walk.
@DaltonR3E886A9 · Camped on Dec 29, 2024 at Campsite #21
Really great spot to camp. Good hikes around the area. If you want to go across the border it is closed on certain days of the week, so check ahead. Any of the spots that are popular like the hot springs or the Chisos Basin you should go early or later in the afternoon. Chisos can get so busy you will need to wait at the bottom of the hill for a parking spot.
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@BevR89F792C6BD · Camped on Dec 4, 2024 at Campsite #21
Our time in Big Bend NP was awesome. The Rio Grande campground was excellent. Its well staffed with knowledgeable and friendly folks who keep the campground clean, quiet, dark and tidy. Well be back even tho the drive is 2000 miles from our home.
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@TimothyG16E344 · Camped on Dec 1, 2024 at Campsite #21
I always enjoy my stay at Big Bend. The camp ground is clean and the bathrooms are well maintained. The only complaint I have is that the showers dont have adequate hot water, it is warm at best. I will be visiting again in about two months.
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@PaulN9067997 · Camped on Nov 12, 2024 at Campsite #21
I was initially concerned that it would be difficult for me to find my camping spot, as I was arriving well after dark and my GPS did not have access to the inside of the area I was assigned. But thanks to the helpful ranger rep, I was assured that it would be well mapped upon arrival and that I had nothing to worry about. She was right, and it could not have been easier. My stay was utterly amazing with 25 miles of hiking over two full days of travel there. The Rio Grande Village was excellent in every way... laundry, shower, store and restroom facilities all fantastic. Hikes of note to definitely take - the Marsh Trail and the nearby Ernst Trail to the hot springs, not to be missed! Chisos Mountain hikes - Lost Mine Trail and Window Trail, not to be missed either! I can't wait to return, as there was much of the park I did not see. I will absolutely be coming back here!
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@JistinME766527 · Camped on Nov 1, 2024 at Campsite #21
Me and my wife stayed in November for my birthday trip. Campground is clean and quiet no generators allowed in our area Big plus for me hate to hear those things running while trying to enjoy the outdoors. Campgrounds are pretty close together only downside but not that big of a deal. Park is amazing if you have never been definitely go but sites fill up fast almost didn't get one they where literally being reserved as I clicked to try and reserve them so 60 days in advance is recommended. Have a great time!
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@MichaelM541440 · Camped on Feb 23, 2024 at Campsite #21
Campsite was private and restrooms very clean. Beautiful sunsets on nature trail mountain top
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@shivadhaB6305D · Camped on Feb 17, 2023 at Campsite #21
It was my first camping experience and it was amazing, on the first day we went to Emory peak where we got to see the beauty of chisos mountains and the valley, after a long hike we went to the hot springs and gazed through the stars at night. On the second day we hiked at Santa Elena canyon which was picturesque.
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@ReginaC9495832 · Camped on Feb 11, 2023 at Campsite #21
The park was breath taking. The campground was pleasant
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@Christoph66606 · Camped on Apr 25, 2022 at Campsite #21
Beautiful staying on the rio grande river. So much wildlife
@KateH4574741 · Camped on Apr 20, 2022 at Campsite #21
Loved this park! Our campsite was great. The nature trail was fun. Unfortunately only had one night we could stay. Saw coyotes and javelinas. I would go during a different time of year. It was very hot at 107. Next time will come in January.
@AnnaP5007093 · Camped on Feb 1, 2022 at Campsite #21
lovely spot - great campsite if you want to visit the hot-springs at sunrise.
@AndrewF3500044 · Camped on Jan 29, 2022 at Campsite #21
Absolutely great place to camp in a gorgeous park. The WiFi at the camp store was very helpful as theres is no phone service in the entirety of the park.
@KaitlynH521336 · Camped on Jan 10, 2022 at Campsite #21
Staying in the generator free zone was lovely with all the trees. We were promised wed see javelina and we were not let down! 7 went through our site when we were in our tent. Make sure to drive to the hot springs and Elena canyon!
@KaitlynH208 · Camped on Jan 10, 2022 at Campsite #21
Staying in the generator free zone was lovely with all the trees. We were promised we’d see javelina and we were not let down! 7 went through our site when we were in our tent.
Make sure to drive to the hot springs and Elena canyon!
Make sure to drive to the hot springs and Elena canyon!
@BrianK260 · Camped on Jan 1, 2022 at Campsite #21
Campsite was great, restrooms were clean and very well kept
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@SusanD705 · Camped on Dec 23, 2021 at Campsite #21
Great generator-free sites with trees.
@AnthonyM723 · Camped on Dec 17, 2021 at Campsite #21
The restrooms were clean, the camp site #21 was perfect for privacy and wind block.
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