Established Camping
South Rim 4 Loop Backpacking Site — Big Bend National Park
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National Park Service
Big Bend National Park
A Backcountry Permit is required for all overnight backpacking in Big Bend National Park.
Overnight backpackers in the Chisos Mountains can choose from forty-two designated campsites. A backcountry permit is required. Your permit will designate your specific sites for specific nights. You may obtain a permit up to 6 months in advance via www.recreation.gov.
Campers using this campsite are required to pack out human waste using a waste disposal kit such as Restop2 or similar commercial products. These personal waste systems are widely available through online retailers, and for purchase at the park.
Hammocks are prohibited.
Bears and other animals are frequently seen in this area. Always use the bear box at campsite, and NEVER leave any food or packs unattended.
Access
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
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ScoutAt One Time Probably Was Awesome
The pictures posted of this site are outdated. A fire came through this area a couple of years back and the site was ravaged by the fires. The cactus have recovered, but any tree of any sort is burned. It will be years before it returns to its beauty. The dirt in the campsite is a dark grey due to the ash. That said the views from the rim are awesome and you will more than likely not see anyone else in the area from dusk to dawn. Star viewing is incredible. The rating of a 3 is an average of location and views (5) and condition of the site itself (1).
RangerAwesome site!
Really enjoyed this campsite but the wind was INTENSE. So intense that we needed one person to weigh down a tent for the other to use the restroom (yes the tents were staked down). Gorgeous views... but the wind was the main conversation topic as it kept us up a majority of the night. It wasn’t windy when we set up camp though, so beware. Not sure if that’s a rare occurrence or typical for this site.
Location
South Rim 4 Loop Backpacking Site — Big Bend National Park is located in Texas
Coordinates
29.21808573306371 N
103.31282640686848 W