NPS•Terlingua, TX•6.75h from Austin

Big Bend NP — Rio Grande Village

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Accessibility baseline: Sites on this platform are reviewed for access with a standard 2WD pickup truck towing a 21-foot travel trailer unless otherwise noted below.

Why this site is listed: The 100 primitive no-hookup sites ($14/nt) are the boondocking option — feel like real backcountry. The 25 electric sites ($28/nt) are included as a backup and for the unique Boquillas Mexico crossing and lower canyon access you can't get from the other two Big Bend campgrounds.

Fee

$14–28/nt + $35 entry/wk

Hookups

Electric

Trailer

Accessible (2WD pickup + trailer)

Cell Signal

No signal

Water

On-site

Toilets

Yes

Best Season

Oct–Apr

Reservations

Recreation.gov (hookup sites)

Highlights

▶ 100 primitive no-hookup sites at $14/nt + 25 electric hookup sites at $28/nt
▶ Boquillas Mexico crossing by rowboat 1 mile away (passport required)
▶ Lowest elevation in park — warmest in winter, best lower-canyon and river access

Planning Notes

Large sites accommodate rigs up to 45ft. No-hookup sites are first-come. Hot spring trail (1 mi RT) leads to thermal pool in the Rio Grande. Nature center on-site.

Contact: (432) 477-2251

Always call ahead to confirm conditions, closures, and road accessibility.