Guadalupe Mountains National Park
6 campgrounds in the park · 20 nearby · 3 free and dispersed sites within 50 mi
Photo: NPS/Bieri
2 current alerts
As of Sep 20, 2026 · from nps.gov
- InformationPark Store To Go CashlessStarting August 14th, 2025 the park store will go cashless. All major credit cards, debit cards and mobile electronic payments will be accepted.
- CautionDevil's Hall is a Strenuous HikeThe hike to Devil's Hall is rated as strenuous. The portion of the route in the wash requires rock scrambling and is dangerous when wet or if water is present. The wash surface is loose gravel and rocks and may be unstable.
At a glance
- Entrance
- $10 per person
- Open
- Year-round
- In the park
- 6 campgrounds2 reserve on Recreation.gov
- Near the park
- 20 campgroundsWithin 50 mi
- Free and dispersed
- 3 sitesWithin 50 mi
- Annual pass
- $35Guadalupe Mountains only
Where to camp
Camping in the park 6
- National Park
Pine Springs Campground
In the park · Van Horn Rural, TX
Reserve on Recreation.gov
- National Park
Frijole Horse Corral Campground
In the park · Van Horn Rural, TX
Reserve on Recreation.gov
Camping near the park 20
- Aerial viewCampground
Bush Mountain Wilderness Campground
0.6 mi · Van Horn Rural, TX
- Aerial viewCampground
Blue Ridge Wilderness Campground
1.9 mi · Van Horn Rural, TX
Free and dispersed nearby 3
See them on the mapServices nearby: 1 rest area
About Guadalupe Mountains
Come experience mountains and canyons, desert and dunes, night skies and spectacular vistas within a place unlike any other. Guadalupe Mountains National Park protects the world's most extensive Permian fossil reef, the four highest peaks in Texas, an…
Come experience mountains and canyons, desert and dunes, night skies and spectacular vistas within a place unlike any other. Guadalupe Mountains National Park protects the world's most extensive Permian fossil reef, the four highest peaks in Texas, an environmentally diverse collection of flora and fauna, and the stories of lives shaped through conflict, cooperation and survival.
Photos: NPS/Yates · NPS/Flores · NPS/Buehler
Things to do
- Auto and ATV
- Auto Off-Roading
- Camping
- Backcountry Camping
- Car or Front Country Camping
- Horse Camping (see also Horse/Stock Use)
- Group Camping
- RV Camping
- Guided Tours
Plan your visit
Getting there
Guadalupe Mountains National Park is located on the north side of US Hwy 62/180. If you are traveling east from El Paso, TX, we are 110 miles East of the city. Follow US Hwy 62/180 North to the Pine Springs Visitor…
Weather
The Guadalupe Mountains are known for high winds year-round; gusts can reach 60MPH or higher. In winter the mountains experiences occasional, light snowfalls which seldom last more than a day. From May through October…
Plan your visit
Fees and passes
- Per person$10
- Guadalupe Mountains annual pass$35
Hours
The Pine Springs area, including the campground, visitor center, trailhead, and associated parking areas are open and accessible all of the time during normal operations. Camping is permitted in designated campsites only.
Getting there
Guadalupe Mountains National Park is located on the north side of US Hwy 62/180. If you are traveling east from El Paso, TX, we are 110 miles East of the city. Follow US Hwy 62/180 North to the Pine Springs Visitor Center. If you are traveling from Van Horn, TX, you will travel north on US 54 and make a right-hand turn at the junction of US 62/180 to arrive at the park. If you are traveling west from Carlsbad, NM, you will travel on US Hwy 62/180 South and cross into Texas. Follow signs to the park.
Weather
The Guadalupe Mountains are known for high winds year-round; gusts can reach 60MPH or higher. In winter the mountains experiences occasional, light snowfalls which seldom last more than a day. From May through October, temperatures vary with highs between 80F-100F+ with lows in the 40F-60F range. November to April is generally milder with highs in between 50F-70F with lows in the 30F-50F range. Elevations above 8,000’ will be about 10F cooler than headquarters, with corresponding wind-chill.
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