Big Bend National Park - Grapevine Hills 1 — RV Camping in Texas, US

Grapevine Hills is a primitive backcountry campground in Big Bend National Park, Texas, offering an authentic wilderness experience in the remote desert. The campground features five primitive sites with small gravel spaces for vehicle camping distributed along 7.7 miles of road. Lower elevation site GH-1 accommodates up to three vehicles with 20 people, while GH-2 accommodates up to four vehicles with 12 people (both with 25-foot vehicle length limit). Higher elevation sites GH-3 and GH-4 accommodate two vehicles each with 6 people per site (25-foot length limit, no trailers). Access beyond GH-2 requires a sturdy high-clearance vehicle due to very rough road conditions. As a true backcountry destination, Grapevine Hills provides minimal amenities—no shade, toilets, or utilities. Generators are prohibited, ensuring a quiet, undisturbed experience. Outdoor recreation abounds nearby. The Grapevine Hills Trail starts at mile 6.5, leading through a boulder-strewn valley to a distinctive balanced rock formation. Natural springs including Government Spring and Grapevine Spring exist in the area, though water availability varies seasonally and both usually have no surface water. This West Texas destination appeals to adventurous campers seeking solitude and desert landscapes. Permits are required and available through recreation.gov up to 180 days in advance.