Big Bend National Park | Big Bend Backcountry Camping
Type: STANDARD NONELECTRIC
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Capacity
Grapevine Hills Campsite 4 (GH-4) can accommodate 2 vehicles*, 6 people, no horses. Maximum vehicle length is 25'
No trailers at this campsite.
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.
Site details and photos are available at: https://www.nps.gov/bibe/planyourvisit/campsites_grapevinehills.htm
Access
Grapevine Hills road begins 3.3 miles west of Panther Junction. Four primitive roadside campsites are located along the Grapevine Hills road. GH-1 is 0.3 miles down the dirt road. GH-2 is located 3.8 miles down the dirt road. GH-3 and GH-4 are are located at the very end of the dirt road. Grapevine Hills Road is usually accessible to most vehicles as far as GH-2. Beyond that point the road is very rocky and rough and requires a high clearance vehicle. DO NOT attempt to reach this campsite with a sedan, minivan, trailer, or RV. You will not be able to reach the campsite, and may seriously damage your vehicle.
Vegetation
There is no shade at any of these campsites. Moderate ground cover and low shrubs can be found near this campsite due to increased vegetation near Grapevine Spring.
Views
The Chisos Mountains can be seen from the entire length of the road. Government Spring is located near GH-1. There are good views of the Grapevine Hills and distant Rosillos Mountains from GH-2,3,4. Good sunset views of the Deadhorse and Sierra del Carmen from GH-3 and GH-4.
Cautions
Javelina frequent this area. Secure all food in your vehicle, including coolers. Pick up all trash. Javelina become aggressive around food.
Remarks
There is no surface water at Grapevine Springs. The Grapevine Hills Trail is located along the east side of the road. This beautiful trail leads through a boulder strewn valley to a balanced rock formation.
Maximum capacity of this campsite is 2 vehicles and 6 people. NO Trailers. Max vehicle length is 25'
You are responsible for protecting YOUR park. All Backcountry Regulations are strictly enforced.