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Twisted Shoe Campground

Twisted Shoe is a remote primitive backcountry campsite in Big Bend National Park accommodating 1 vehicle (max 25 ft, no trailers) and 4 people, accessible only via the rough 5.

3-mile Juniper Canyon Road requiring high-clearance 4WD vehicles and approximately 90 minutes of driving from the paved road.

The site offers excellent desert and mountain views with minimal amenities—no shade, toilets, water, or hookups—but features a bear-proof storage box and is ideal for solitude-seeking campers willing to navigate challenging terrain.

Reservations are available up to 180 days in advance through Recreation. gov, with a $10 nightly fee.


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