Established Camping
Croton Springs Primitive Roadside Campsite — Big Bend National Park
Croton Springs Primitive Roadside Campsite is located in Big Bend National Park, surrounded by desert terrain and rugged landscapes. Temperatures can range from 35°F in winter to 100°F in summer, requiring preparation for varying conditions. Nearby attractions include the Chisos Basin and Santa Elena Canyon, offering opportunities for hiking and exploration.
Description
National Park Service
Big Bend National Park
Croton Spring 1 (CS-1) and Croton Spring 2 (CS-2) can each accommodate 2 vehicles (A trailer is considered a vehicle for site capacity), 6 people, no horses. Maximum vehicle length is 30 feet.
Primitive roadside 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.
You can obtain a permit to use this site up to 180 days in advance through www.recreation.gov
Primitive camping with your vehicle in designated campsites along rugged backcountry dirt roads .
Roadside campsites are intended for high clearance vehicles only. Trailers and passenger vehicles will not be able to access most of these campsites. High clearance vehicles are defined as a SUV or truck, with at least 15 inch tire rims, and at least 8 inches of ground clearance, as measured from the lowest point of the vehicle (frame, suspension, body, differential).
Location
Croton Springs Primitive Roadside Campsite — Big Bend National Park is located in Texas
Directions
Croton Spring Road is a short, one-mile improved dirt road located nine miles west of the Panther Junction Visitor Center. Two campsites share a large cleared area at the end of the road.
Coordinates
29.33984373 N
103.34541618 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Alcohol
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 26 min from Odessa
- 3 hrs 37 min from Midland
- 4 hrs 29 min from San Angelo
- 4 hrs 39 min from Eagle Pass
