Rio Grande Village Group Campground
Currently closed due to limited summer operations. Reopens May 22, 2026. Summer temperatures at this low-elevation campground regularly exceed 100-107°F from April through September. Reservations required through Recreation.gov; minimum 9 people per site.
Flood Warning issued October 30 at 9:47AM CDT until November 1 at 5:00AM CST by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
...The National Weather Service in Midland/Odessa has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Texas... Rio Grande at Rio Grande at Rio Grande Village, BBNP, Texas affecting Brewster County. For the Rio Grande...including Rio Grande above Rio Conchos near Presidio, Texas, Test Forecast Point A, Rio Grande at Presidio Vehicle Bridge, Rio Grande below Rio Conchos near Presidio, Texas, Rio Grande near Castolon, Texas, Rio Grande at Johnson Ranch near Castolon, Texas, Rio Grande at Rio Grande Village, BBNP, Texas, Rio Grande near Dryden, Texas, Terlingua Creek near Terlingua, Texas...Moderate flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Rio Grande at Rio Grande at Rio Grande Village, BBNP, Texas. * WHEN...From this morning to late Saturday night. * IMPACTS...At 12.0 feet, the river reaches bankfull, and no damage is expected. Preparations may be necessary to remove water pumps. The park should be notified at this time if additional rises are expected so they will have time to remove the pumps. At 13.0 feet, the river reaches minor flood stage. Water reaches the water pumps maintained by the park service that are used to water the campgrounds and to provide water to the employee living quarters. It may be necessary for park personnel to remove the pumps. At 15.0 feet, the river reaches moderate flood stage. Water pumps submerge. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 AM CDT Friday the stage was 14.8 feet (4.5 meters). - Bankfull stage is 12.0 feet (3.7 meters). - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:00 AM CDT Friday was 14.8 feet (4.5 meters). - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 15.3 feet (4.7 meters) this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage this evening. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet (4.0 meters). - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 15.1 feet (4.6 meters) on 07/22/2025. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Located at 1,850 feet elevation on the banks of the Rio Grande, Rio Grande Village Group Campground offers one of Big Bend's most scenic camping experiences. The four group sites nestle among cottonwood and acacia trees with views of Mexico's Sierra del Carmen Mountains, which glow red and orange at sunset. This is tent-only camping with one exception: Site C allows a single small RV up to 20 feet. The campground serves as a launch point for exploring Boquillas Canyon, Hot Springs Historic Area, and the Boquillas Port of Entry into Mexico. Birders prize this location for spotting rare species found only along the Rio Grande. The river put-in provides easy access for canoes and kayaks. Be prepared for extreme heat from April through September, when daily highs regularly exceed 100-107°F. Each site includes a picnic table, charcoal grill, and bear-proof food storage locker. Water spigots and restrooms are within walking distance. No generators, hammocks, or tree attachments are permitted. A minimum of 9 people is required to book any group site, and organized groups must obtain a Special Use Permit in addition to the campsite reservation.
Directions
From Interstate 10, take State Highway 385 south through Fort Stockton to Marathon. From Marathon, drive 40 miles south on Highway 385 to the north entrance of Big Bend National Park. Continue 26 miles to Park Headquarters at Panther Junction. Turn left and proceed 20 miles to the Rio Grande Village area. At the stop sign, turn right, then veer right for the group campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 20ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (432) 477-1121 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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