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Guadalupe Mountains National ParkHikers enjoy grand vistas from highcountry ridges.
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Guadalupe Mountains National Park
Things To Do

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Places To Go
Outdoor Activities
 
 
As the sun sets, the western sky behind the mountains is illuminated with color.
Photo - Courtesy of Dustin Nelson
There are always excellent photographic opportunities
at Guadalupe Mountains National Park.
 

Places to Go
There are several featured locations in the park that provide an interesting perspective of the park's cultural history, its world-class geological resources, and its austere beauty.

Outdoor Activities
The parks mild climate is suitable for a wide variety of outdoor activities throughout most of the year. Come and enjoy day hiking, camping, backpacking, wildlife viewing, birding, nature photography, star gazing and horseback riding (bring your own stock).
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Park Map
View or download the detailed map of the park.
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The park had more than 80 miles of hiking trails.
Park trails
More than 80 miles of trails offer limitless hiking potential.
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A high clearance vehicle is a must if you wish to travel to Williams Ranch.
Want a little adventure?
Take the 4X4 road to historic Williams Ranch.
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Flowers of the desert willow are perfectly formed for the fat, rounded bodies of bees.  

Did You Know?
The long narrow leaves of the desert willow (Chilopsis linearis) gives it its common name, but it is not a true willow. It is beautiful when in bloom, and provides valuable nectar for hummingbirds, butterflies, bees and other insects.

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Last Updated: October 31, 2007 at 17:53 EST