Guadalupe Mountains National Park
The highest point in Texas rising 3,000 ft above the Chihuahuan Desert — fossil reef, McKittrick Canyon maples, and salt flats.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Texas, USA
- Country
- United States
- Biome
- Chihuahuan Desert / conifer sky island (1,100–2,667 m)
- Best season
- October – November, March – April
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Mountaineering
- Desert Hiking
- Canyoneering
- Sea Kayaking
- Beachcombing
- Snorkeling
Key takeaways
- Biome: Chihuahuan Desert / conifer sky island (1,100–2,667 m)
- Best season: October – November, March – April
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
The highest point in Texas rising 3,000 ft above the Chihuahuan Desert — fossil reef, McKittrick Canyon maples, and salt flats.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: October – November, March – April
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Chihuahuan Desert / conifer sky island (1,100–2,667 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
United States
Biome
Chihuahuan Desert / conifer sky island (1,100–2,667 m)
Difficulty
moderate
