Camping in Big Bend

Camping

The park has three developed campgrounds as well as plenty of backcountry sites.

Guide Sections

Use Camping's guide sections to understand how this stop fits into the larger park plan.

Information

Camping Details

Difficulty

Open

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Activities

There are three developed campgrounds in the park; Rio Grande Village Campground(full hook-ups), Chisos Basin Campground and Cottonwood Campground. These are each $14 per night per site. Reservations are highly recommended especially if you are traveling during the busy months of November - March. You can make [campsite reservations online](http://www.recreation.gov/) or by calling (877) 444-6777. Backcountry camping requires a $12 permit that can be acquired at any visitor center during business hours.