Site Croton Spring 1, Loop

Big Bend National Park | Big Bend Backcountry Camping

Type: STANDARD NONELECTRIC

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Site Details

• Min Num of People: 1
• Pets Allowed: Yes
• Site Access: Drive-In
• Checkin Time: 12:00 PM
• Checkout Time: 12:00 PM
• Location Rating: Prime
• Max Num of People: 12

Permitted Equipment

• Tent
• RV (Max length: 30 ft.)
• Trailer (Max length: 30 ft.)
• Pickup Camper (Max length: 30 ft.)
• Pop up
• Vehicle (Max length: 30 ft.)
• Fifth Wheel (Max length: 30 ft.)
• Large Tent Over 9X12`
• Small Tent
• Caravan/Camper Van (Max length: 30 ft.)
• Car

Driveway Details

• Max Num of Horses: 0
• Max Num of Vehicles: 3
• Driveway Entry: N/A
• Driveway Surface: Gravel
• Double Driveway: No
• Is Equipment Mandatory: No

Need to Know

• Maximum capacity for this campsite is 3 vehicles and 12 people. Max vehicle length is 30'. A trailer is a vehicle. 

• You are responsible for protecting YOUR park. All Backcountry Regulations are strictly enforced.  

• Capacity

  Croton Spring 1 campsite can accommodate 3 vehicles*, 12 people, no horses. Maximum vehicle length is 30'
  *NOTE: a trailer is considered a vehicle for site capacity

  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/campsite_croton-springs.htm 

• Access

  Campsite is located along the Croton Spring Road, a short, one-mile improved dirt road located nine miles west of the Panther Junction Visitor Center. Croton Spring Road is generally in good condition and accessible to all vehicles. After rains the road may become deeply rutted. Beyond the campsite area, a gate restricts further vehicle access. You may walk the eroded roadway into Croton Wash.

• Vegetation

  There is no shade at Croton Spring campsite. There is minimal groundcover nearby. 

• Views

  Good views of the Chisos Mountains and typical desert terrain. Croton Peak and Slickrock Mountain are visible to the north. Croton Spring and Wash are within short walking distance from the campsite area. 

• Cautions

   Javelina frequent this area. Secure all food in your vehicle, including coolers. Javelina can become aggressive around food. 

• Remarks

  Croton Spring is a reliable source of water for wildlife.   

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