Boulder Meadow 5 Backpacking Campsite

Boulder Meadow Area

 

YOU are responsible for protecting YOUR park.

Chisos Mountains Backpacking Campsites offer nice views, solitude, and a small flat gravel space to set up camp. A bear proof food locker is provided to store your food and water. No toilets, water, or amenities are provided. Be a steward of the land; during your visit to Big Bend, do everything you can to minimize your impact on the landscape.

• Pets are NOT allowed on park trails or in the backcountry
• Campfires are NOT allowed in Big Bend. Use only a gas/propane backpacker stove.
• Smoking is prohibited along all trails and at all Chisos Backpacking Campsites.
• Hammocks may not be attached/tied to any trees or natural features.

 

Directions

Boulder Meadow Campsite #5 is located 1.75 miles (2.5 km) from the Chisos Basin trailhead via the Pinnacles trail.
Chisos Mountains Trail Map

 

Campsite Specifics

Campsite Boulder Meadow 5 is approximately ¼ mile (400 m) from the other nearby Boulder Meadow campsites. BM-5 is the largest of the sites with 2 nice tent sites.
The campsite offers nice views of the Chisos woodlands and nearby mountains.
Campsite Capacity: Maximum 6 people and two tents

 

Usual Trail Conditions

The first 1/2 mile (.8 km) is steep, after which the trail becomes moderately difficult. The Pinnacles trail is well maintained and easy to follow all year. It is the steeper, yet shorter route to the High Chisos backcountry and the South Rim area.

 

Water Sources

There is NO water available in the Boulder Meadow area. The closest water is at the Basin Visitor Center spigot. Always carry adequate water for cooking, drinking, and washing (suggested 1 gallon (4 l)/person/24 hours).

Campsite Photos

 

Boulder Meadow 5 Campsite