Site East Rim 6, Loop Backpacking Site
Big Bend National Park | Big Bend Backcountry Camping
Type: HIKE TO
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Site Details
- Site Access: Hike In
- Checkin Time: 12:00 PM
- Checkout Time: 12:00 PM
- Hike In Distance to Site: 6.5 - 8 miles
- Max Num of People: 6
- Min Num of People: 1
- Shade: Yes
Permitted Equipment
- Tent
Driveway Details
- Is Equipment Mandatory: No
- Max Num of Horses: 0
Need to Know
Maximum 6 people, 2 tents.
The South Rim Fire destroyed the composting vault toilet that serves the East Rim campsites. Campers using this campsite are required to pack out human waste using a waste disposal kit such as Restop2 or similar commercial products. These personal waste systems are widely available through online retailers, and for purchase at the park.
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.
There is NO water anywhere near the Southeast Rim of the Chisos. 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 East Rim campsites are located between 6.5 to 8 miles (10-13 km) from the Chisos Basin Trailhead via either the Pinnacles/Boot Canyon or Laguna Meadows Trails. The sites are situated along a spectacular 1.5-mile (2.4 km) section of trail, high above the desert below. Do NOT plan on finding these campsites in the dark.
- The East Rim was affected by the 2021 South Rim Fire. Burned trees and cleared areas are visible throughout the area.
The trails to the East Rim are well marked, maintained, and usually in great condition all year round. The Pinnacles Trail is the steepest, yet most direct route to the East Rim.
The East Rim Campsites are located along the southern edge of a high lava plateau overlooking the rugged Sierra Quemada (the burnt land) desert and into Mexico. These campsites are not located on the very edge of the rim, but situated 100-200 ft (30-60 m) into the trees on the opposite side of the trail.
ER-6: a small, level site with good shade.
Since these campsites are not perched on the rim, but sheltered within the trees, there are NO views off the rim from the actual sites. A short walk of 100-200 ft (30-60 m) from any site will provide spectacular panoramic vistas.
Water Sources: None. There is NO water anywhere near the Southwest Rim of the Chisos. Hikers on 1-2 day trips should plan on carrying all their necessary water. Plan on at least one gallon/24 hours/person.
This is a hike-in site. Overnight parking is available at the Chisos Basin Amphitheater adjacent to the campground.
