Camp at La Noria, Big Bend National Park, Texas

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La Noria has two primitive campsites (LA-1 & LA-2). The sites are not adjoining.Each of these sites can accommodate only one vehicle, up to 6 people, no trailers, no horses. Maximum vehicle length is 25' Scattered remains of the La Noria settlement are near the La Noria campsites. Photograph, but don’t disturb or collect any historic items. LA-1 has good views of Chilicotal Mountain and the Deadhorse mountains. LA-2 has great views of the Chisos, Deadhorse, and Chilicotal Mountains.Primitive roadside sites offer nice views, solitude, and a small flat gravel space to set up camp next to your vehicle. No shade, toilets, or other amenities are provided. The use of generators is prohibited in the backcountryYou can now obtain a backcountry permit to use these sites up to 180 days in advance through www.recreation.gov. La Noria primitive campsites (LA-1 & LA-2) are located along the Old Ore Road, 4.9 miles from the main paved road to Rio Grande Village. The short access road is 0.4 mile north of the Ernst Tinaja turnoff. Old Ore Road is rocky and very rough. It is maintained for high clearance vehicles only. Following rains and heavy use, the road becomes very rutted and may require 4-wheel drive. Always ask a park ranger for current road conditions. Check current road conditions with a ranger. A wash north of the Ernst Tinaja turnoff is deep and sandy and requires careful driving.

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