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Guadalupe Mountains National Park

Coordinate

Latitude: 31.87756
Longitude: -104.85352

Nearest City
Salt Flat, TX (10.1 miles away)

Nearby Trails

  • Guadalupe Peak - Texas Highpoint
    Highpoint rank by height: 14th. The Guadalupe Peak area is subject to sudden and violent weather changes. High winds, rain and lightning can develop faster than you might imagine. Be pr…

    From the guidebook Highpoint Adventures: The Complete Guide to the 50 State Highpoints

    Trails in Pine Springs, TX - Hiking - 8.4 miles long

  • The Pinery
    For a brief introduction to the low-elevation environment of Guadalupe Mountains National Park, take this short nature trail from the visitor center to The Pinery.

    From the guidebook Hiking Carlsbad Caverns & Guadalupe Mountains National Parks

    Trails in Salt Flat, TX - Hiking - 0.75 miles long

  • Guadalupe Mountains National Park Birding Sites
    The park encompasses 86,416 acres of Guadalupe Peak (the highest point in Texas at 8,749 feet) and its adjacent ridges, canyons, and desertscape. Visitor centers are located at Pine Spr…

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  • Bush Mountain
    This loop trail offers an ideal multi-day adventure in the remote regions of the Guadalupe Mountains—and also the opportunity to see the most famous features of the park, such as Guadal…

    From the guidebook Hiking Carlsbad Caverns & Guadalupe Mountains National Parks

    Trails in Salt Flat, TX - Hiking - 17.8 miles long

  • Guadalupe Peak
    For more than one reason, this trail is the high point of Guadalupe Mountains National Park. Guadalupe Peak is not only the highest spot in the park, but also in all of Texas. At 8,749 …

    From the guidebook Hiking Carlsbad Caverns & Guadalupe Mountains National Parks

    Trails in Salt Flat, TX - Hiking - 8.4 miles long

  • Pine Springs to McKittrick Canyon
    This trail slices through the heart of the Guadalupe Mountains and exposes many of its famous jewels to hikers lucky enough to take the trip. It includes views of Guadalupe Peak, a grea…

    From the guidebook Hiking Carlsbad Caverns & Guadalupe Mountains National Parks

    Trails in Salt Flat, TX - Hiking - 18.9 miles long

  • Salt Basin Overlook
    For those who want a long day hike without much climbing, the Salt Basin Overlook Trail is an excellent choice. Set aside a entire day for this trip, which leaves an hour or two for rel…

    From the guidebook Hiking Carlsbad Caverns & Guadalupe Mountains National Parks

    Trails in Salt Flat, TX - Hiking - 11.5 miles long

  • Devil's Hall
    The first mile of this trip follows a well-defined trail up Pine Springs Canyon. This is the horse route up Guadalupe Peak, so the trail is well-defined and easy to follow. The trail pa…

    From the guidebook Hiking Carlsbad Caverns & Guadalupe Mountains National Parks

    Trails in Salt Flat, TX - Hiking - 4.2 miles long

  • El Capitan
    This is definitely one of the most spectacular hikes in the Guadalupe Mountains. Unfortunately, it requires some special effort to arrange a shuttle to Williams Ranch. When you get out …

    From the guidebook Hiking Carlsbad Caverns & Guadalupe Mountains National Parks

    Trails in Salt Flat, TX - Hiking - 9.4 miles long

  • Foothills
    You can take this loop from either the Frijole Ranch or the Pine Springs Trailhead. However, starting at Pine Springs means 1 mile of additional hiking to get to and from the foothills …

    From the guidebook Hiking Carlsbad Caverns & Guadalupe Mountains National Parks

    Trails in Salt Flat, TX - Hiking - 4.5 miles long

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