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Making America's Best Idea Even Better
Guadalupe Mountains National ParkHikers enjoy grand vistas from highcountry ridges.
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Guadalupe Mountains National Park
Things To Do
 
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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Indian Paintbrush  

Did You Know?
The fiery, red-orange tips of the Indian Paintbrush are bracts of the plant that conceal the actual flowers. Most if not all paintbrush species are hemiparisitic, and depend on other plants to supply water and nutrients.

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