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National Park Service · Big Bend National Park · TX

Rio Grande Village (Big Bend, TX)

View from the hill above the Rio Grande Village CampgroundPhoto · NPS Photo (C. Hoyt)
OpenStatus
ReservableAccess
100Sites
65 ftMax rig

The place

The Rio Grande Village Campground sits near the banks of the Rio Grande, the International Boundary between the United States and Mexico. It is one of the most popular campgrounds in Big Bend National Park, especially for those traveling in large recreational vehicles. It is located close to Boquillas Canyon and Hot Springs, and serves as a launch point for visitors accessing the river or the endless miles of backcountry roads. Rio Grande Village has an outstanding view of the Sierra del Carmen Mountains, located in Mexico to the east, which light up with hues of red and orange during sunset. Keep reading

Recreation The river offers ample opportunities to explore its shores and water. The river put-in allows easy access to canoeing and kayaking on the river. Birders flock to the river banks to spot such rare and unique species often found only in Big Bend. Day Hike trails are also found nearby and many backcountry roads are located near the campground. Facilities Equipment Types . This fairly large campground has 100 campsites that range in size from small tent sites to large pull-through sites that can fit a 40-ft. (12 m) motor home. Please look carefully at each campsite description, as low hanging branches persist in the campground and not all sites are suitable for tall or long RVs and trailers. All campsites are reservable, some six months in advance, some two weeks in advance (campsites #14 (accessible), 20-25, 34, 61-65, 67-70, 72, 74-75, 87-100). There is no first-come, first served camping. A few sites are set aside for administrative use. No Hookups. There are no hookups available in the facility but each site offers a picnic table, charcoal grill and bear-proof food storage locker. Some are also furnished with picnic shelters for shade. Generators are permitted in some sites during designated generator hours (8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.). Other amenities. All campsites are within easy walking distance to water spigots, flush toilets, and utility sinks, and for those camping in motor homes and travel trailers, a fill/dump station is provided at the campground's entrance. Showers and laundry facilities can be found at the Rio Grande Village Store just outside the entrance to the campground. Natural Features The mountain views, proximity to Mexico, the Rio, and shade from the surrounding cottonwood trees make Rio Grande Village Campground irresistible to visitors. The campground is at an elevation of 1,850 ft. During the winter season (November through March) temperatures are warm and pleasant with daily highs in the mid-70s to low 80s. From April through September, this campground is extremely HOT with daily highs exceeding 100-107 degrees. Be prepared for the weather: Current Weather Readings Nearby Attractions Rio Grande Village is located near the Boquillas Canyon trail, the Boquillas Port of Entry, the Marufo Vega Loop trail, the Hot Springs and Hot Springs Historic District and Daniels Ranch. It is 20 miles (32 km) from the Panther Junction Visitor Center.

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The sites · 100

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
Loop 1001standard nonelectric50 ft—
Loop 1002standard nonelectric40 ft—
Loop 1003standard nonelectric40 ft—
Loop 1004 HOSTmanagement45 ft—
Loop 1005standard nonelectric45 ft—
Loop 1006standard nonelectric25 ft—
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Loop 1009standard nonelectric45 ft—
Loop 1010standard nonelectric40 ft—
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Loop 1012management30 ft—
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Loop 1014 ADA onlystandard nonelectric40 ft—yes
Loop 1015standard nonelectric55 ft—
Loop 1016standard nonelectric15 ft—
Loop 1017standard nonelectric15 ft—
Loop 1018standard nonelectric55 ft—
Loop 1019standard nonelectric50 ft—
Loop 1020standard nonelectric25 ft—
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Loop 1024standard nonelectric50 ft—
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Loop 1032standard nonelectric55 ft—
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Loop 1036standard nonelectric40 ft—
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Loop 1040management30 ft—
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Loop 1042standard nonelectric25 ft—
Loop 1043standard nonelectric65 ft—
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Loop 1046standard nonelectric42 ft—
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Loop 1048standard nonelectric42 ft—
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Loop 1052standard nonelectric25 ft—
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Loop 1054standard nonelectric30 ft—
Loop 1055standard nonelectric30 ft—
Loop 1056standard nonelectric25 ft—
Loop 1057standard nonelectric35 ft—
Loop 1058standard nonelectric20 ft—
Loop 1059standard nonelectric35 ft—
Loop 1060standard nonelectric30 ft—

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Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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Fees

Entrance Fee. Big Bend charges an entrance fee separate from the camping fee. You may pay the fee upon arrival or purchase in advance. The park also honors Federal interagency passes (e.g., annual, senior, military, access, 4th grade, Golden Age pass etc.). For more information visit the park's Fees & Passes web page.
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Your representative

This campground sits in TX-23. This member’s public-lands record →

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