Established Camping
Ernst Tinaja — Big Bend National Park
About
National Park Service
Big Bend National Park
The Ernst Tinaja primitive roadside campsite (ET-1) can accommodate up to two vehicles, 10 people, no horses.
Primitive sites offer nice views, solitude, and a small flat gravel space to set up camp next to your vehicle. No shade, toilets, or other amenities are provided. The use of generators is prohibited in the backcountry.
Given the trails close proximity to this campsite, do not leave valuables unattended for long periods of time. Expect frequent passing vehicles.
Please leave no trace - pack in pack out.
Fee Info
Fee info - the fee is for a back country permit that's required to camp here.
Reservation Info
The use of generators is prohibited in the back country.
Location
Ernst Tinaja — Big Bend National Park is located in Texas
Directions
The Old Ore Road is rough and rocky. It is maintained for high clearance vehicles only. Following rains and heavy use, the road becomes extremely rutted and requires 4-wheel drive. Past the Ernst Tinaja campsite, the Old Ore Road becomes roughter. Always ask a park ranger for current road conditions. Ernst Tinaja 1 (ET-1) is located near the southern end of Old Ore Road, 4.5 miles north of the paved road. A short, 0.2 mile access road leads to ET-1. A short distance beyond the site is the trailhead to Ernst Tinaja, an interesting geologic feature.
Coordinates
29.25748772 N
103.009789 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
- Pets