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Chisos Mountains Lodge - Aramark, Big Bend National Park, TX, 79834
National Park ServiceLast Updated: January 7, 2026
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Campground Overview
Introduction
Open, paved lot with grassy, tree-lined edges. Adjacent to the Rio Grande Village camp store. This campground, operated by Aramark, has the only full hook-ups in the park. 25-site RV park (full hook-ups—water, electrical, and 3-inch sewer connection). All sites are back-in only. Tents are NOT permitted. Operated by the park's concessioner, Aramark. Periodically, a few sites may not be available for a 38' or longer RVs due to the size of the parking lot and orientation of the spaces.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
Open year round. 25 campsites. Concession-operated RV park with full hook-ups (water, electrical, sewer).
Weather
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. Current weather readings are available at: https://www.nps.gov/bibe/planyourvisit/weather.htm
Amenities
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Internet Connectivity
Showers
Laundry
Amphitheater
Dump Station
Camp Store
Staff or Host On-Site
Potable Water
Ice For Sale
Directions
Several highways lead to Big Bend National Park: TX 118 from Alpine to Study Butte or FM 170 from Presidio to Study Butte (then 26 miles east to park headquarters), or US 90 or US 385 to Marathon (then 70 miles south to park headquarters). Rio Grande Village RV Camping is located at Rio Grande Village, 20 miles east of park headquarters.
Rates & Fees
RV camping fee
$36 double occupancy, with a $3 per additional person charge. Front Desk Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Daily
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
No fires. Charcoal grills provided.Regulations Overview
All sites are back-in only. Tents are NOT permitted. Pets allowed on property but must remain on a leash at all times. Pets are not allowed on any park trails, the backcountry, or on the river. Wood and ground fires are prohibited.Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
The RV parking area is flat and paved.
Internet Information
Wifi available at the nearby Rio Grande Village Store
Cell Phone Information
No cell service in the Rio Grande Village Area.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
The Rio Grande Village RV Campground provides the only full hookup camping in Big Bend National Park. The campground can accommodate large RVs.
RV Maximum Length
38
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
The Rio Grande Village RV Campground is flat and paved.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Classifications
Developed Campground
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