Campgrounds in Big Bend National Park
4 campgrounds with 236 campsites. None of them have electric hookups.
There is a place in Far West Texas where night skies are dark as coal and rivers carve temple-like canyons in ancient limestone. Here, at the end of the road, hundreds of bird species take refuge in a solitary mountain range surrounded by weather-beaten desert. Tenacious cactus bloom in sublime southwestern sun, and species diversity is the best in the country. This magical place is Big Bend...
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Campgrounds in Big Bend National Park
| Campground | Nearest town | Sites | Electric | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Bend Backcountry Camping | Big Bend National Park | 58 | None | 30 ft |
| Chisos Basin Campground (Big Bend, TX) | Big Bend Nat. Park | 56 | None | 24 ft |
| Cottonwood (Big Bend, TX) Campground | Big Bend Nat. Park | 29 | None | 40 ft |
| Rio Grande Village (Big Bend, TX) | Big Bend Nat. Park | 93 | None | 65 ft |
What to bring to Big Bend National Park
Portable power stations
Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.
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Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.
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More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.
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Frequently asked questions
How many campgrounds are in Big Bend National Park?
4 campgrounds with 236 campsites between them.
Do campgrounds in Big Bend National Park have electric hookups?
0 of the 4 have at least some electric sites. The rest are dry camping, so bring your own power.