Site Boot Canyon 2, Loop Backpacking Site
Big Bend National Park | Big Bend Backcountry Camping
Type: HIKE TO
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Site Details
- Min Num of People: 1
- Shade: Yes
- Site Access: Hike In
- Checkin Time: 12:00 PM
- Checkout Time: 12:00 PM
- Hike In Distance to Site: 5.0 miles
- Max Num of People: 12
Permitted Equipment
- Tent
Driveway Details
- Is Equipment Mandatory: No
- Max Num of Horses: 0
Need to Know
Maximum 12 people, 5 tents.
This is a large site, suitable for a group. Please refrain from reserving this site unless you have a group.
Hammocks are prohibited.
No wood or ground fires permitted.
Boot Spring is a seasonal/intermittent source of water. This water must be treated before drinking. No bathing or washing in the spring area. Check with a ranger about current flow. Hikers on 1-2 day trips should plan on carrying all their necessary water. Plan on at least one gallon/24 hours/person.
Pets are not allowed on trails in Big Bend National Park.
You are responsible for protecting YOUR park. Backcountry Regulations are strictly enforced.
BACKPACKING CAMPSITE
The Boot Canyon campsites are located in Boot Canyon, 4.5 miles from the Chisos Basin Trailhead via the Pinnacles Trail. All campsites are located along a 1/2 mile long spur trail. Do not plan on finding these campsites in the dark.
The Pinnacles Trail, Boot Canyon Trail, and campsite access trail are all well maintained and generally in excellent condition year round. All the trails are well marked. Please don’t cut switchbacks along the Pinnacles Trail. There is abundant shade in the entire Boot Canyon area.
The Boot Canyon campsites are located within a heavily wooded canyon. There is great shade and wind protection, but no distant views from any site.
Each spring/summer, Colima Warblers nest in Boot Canyon. These birds are found nowhere else in the entire U.S.
This extra large site fits 8 people. Isolated with great shade. The access trail leads 100’ down to a cozy camping area. Since this is a larger site, please don't reserve this unless you have a group.
This is a hike-in site. Parking is available at the Chisos Basin trailhead or the Chisos Basin Amphitheater.
