Site Colima 1, Loop Backpacking Site
Big Bend National Park | Big Bend Backcountry Camping
Type: HIKE TO
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Site Details
- Shade: Yes
- Site Access: Hike In
- Checkin Time: 12:00 PM
- Checkout Time: 12:00 PM
- Hike In Distance to Site: 4.5 miles
- Max Num of People: 15
- Min Num of People: 1
Permitted Equipment
- Tent
Driveway Details
- Is Equipment Mandatory: No
- Max Num of Horses: 0
Need to Know
Maximum 15 people, 5 tents.
Note: This is the largest campsite in the Chisos Mountains. Please refrain from using this site, unless you have a group.
Hammocks are prohibited.
Bears and other animals are frequently seen in this area. Always use the bear box at campsite, and NEVER leave any food or packs unattended.
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
All of the Colima Campsites are located along the 1-mile Colima Trail. The Colima Trail connects the Pinnacles/Boot Canyon Trail with the Laguna Meadow Trail. From the Chisos Basin, the Colima Trail is 4.5 miles via the Pinnacles Trail and 4.3 miles via the Laguna Meadow Trail. Do not plan on finding these campsites in the dark.
The Pinnacles Trail (gain of 1,700 feet) has several very steep switchback sections. The Laguna Meadow Trail (gain of 1,600 feet) climbs more gradually. The Colima Trail (gain/loss of 300 feet) follows a saddle along the south side of Emory Peak. All of these trails are usually in fine condition all year long.
All of the Colima Campsites have their own access spur trails, are completely private from each other, and hidden from the main trail. All sites are well protected from sun and wind.
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.
The Colima Campsites are completely sheltered under oak trees and therefore have NO distant views.
Each spring/summer, Colima Warblers nest in the surrounding oak canyons. These birds are found nowhere else in the entire U.S.
This campsite is a large site (largest in the Chisos), suitable for a group. Please don't reserve this site unless you have a group.
This is a hike-in site. Parking is available at the Chisos Basin trailhead or the Chisos Basin Amphitheater.
