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Nugent Mountain Campground

Nugent Mountain Campground is a primitive roadside campsite in Big Bend National Park suitable for larger groups, accommodating up to 3 vehicles and 20 people with space for trailers up to 30 feet. Located 1.

1 miles along Glenn Spring Road with good views of the Chisos Mountains and surrounding peaks, the site offers a small flat gravel space with no shade, toilets, or amenities, and requires a backcountry permit available up to 180 days in advance through recreation.

gov. High-clearance vehicles are necessary to access this remote site, and generators are prohibited in the backcountry.


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