The dirt and gravel access road winds through several low-water crossings that may challenge standard vehicles, though most campers with high clearance can navigate the route without four-wheel drive. Pine Canyon's six primitive sites spread along this backcountry road within Big Bend National Park, each offering a cleared parking area and bear box but no water or other amenities.
Site spacing provides natural separation from neighboring campers, with the higher-numbered sites positioned farther from the main road for added privacy. The eastward-facing sites overlook desert floor expanses, while western views look up the canyon toward hiking trails. Aliza N. notes the sites have "a flattish dirt area for parking and some cleared spots for tents" along with bear and javelina boxes for food storage.
The Pine Canyon Trail begins near the camping area, leading to seasonal water features that flow more reliably during cooler months. Most vehicles can access the sites during dry conditions, though recent rainfall may create impassable conditions in the wash crossings. Campers must pack all water and supplies, as the nearest services lie in campgrounds just outside Terlingua. The Juniper Canyon area offers similar backcountry camping three miles south for those wanting additional site options.
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Map & DirectionsPine Canyon is located in Texas near Big Bend National Park
Coordinates
29.26395593 N
103.22388555 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 58 min from Odessa, TX
- 4 hrs 9 min from Midland, TX
- 5 hrs 1 min from San Angelo, TX
- 5 hrs 11 min from Eagle Pass, TX
