There are a couple free campgrounds, but you need to get a permit from the Park Ranger located at the Visitor Center. It is a simple process, your name and number of days you want to stay. Big Bend National Park Big Bend National Park Big Bend National Park This is bear country, the campgrounds have food lockers and storage bins, but otherwise are primitive. (Mostly the bears stay in the mountains, but on occasion will venture down to the valley floor). BEAR FACTS Campground at Big Bend National Park These was our camp, had a permit, but returning at night these guys had moved in. They didn't care about any rules or regulations, but as the situation evolved, we became good friends and partied all night. Desert Flowers Showers located at Grande Village. Big Bend National Park RATTLESNAKE FACTS We didn't see any rattlesnakes, but this is classic rattlesnake country. Probably scorpions and poisonous spiders are common. Just be aware...

DIRECTIONS: Texas, see Road Atlas. Big Bend National Park Big Bend National Park It is recommended to buy a National Parks Pass with Golden Eagle Hologram. It is valid for one year and covers entrance fees to National Parks and Monuments. The Golden Eagle Hologram covers things like Forest Passes and BLM Lands. LINKS: http://www.nps.gov/bibe

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