Then got better. Clear day with great views from top. Take plenty of water. Definitely worth it. Great hike. Managed up and down and a break at the top in about 4. It's tough but steady and the trail is well laid out. Absolutely fantastic vistas if u r a fan of the Southwest landscape like I am. Campsites does book up but there's plentiful accommodation about an hour away in Van Horn. Did this in November and it was baking hot, would hate this think of tackling this in summer. Wonderful half day hike, one of the easier highpoints I've attempted and completed.
Did it on Sunday, October Not too many folks. Very gusty, but clear with beautiful scenery the entire way. The two rangers I talked with were both awesome Pam and Larry. Boots on the ground Texas! Every foot is well-maintained and well constructed and has great views.
Windy today. I was out AM to 1 PM, including stops at the summit and other places and saw over 30 hikers. We were the sloth team of 5. Took our time enjoying the view taking it all in. Fun and challenging hike. We lucked out on the wind when we had to cross the short ledge using hands to hold on! Amazing Journey! Going at a fair pace, took me 2. Comparing to a similar hike for elevation gain and distance, I would want to say Mt Washington in New Hampshire is comparable, but it's not.
I felt this hike was at least half the difficulty of Washington, for comparison. Basically uphill the entire hike, most of the work coming in two or three switchbacks. Very nice views the entire time. Was prepared for a lot of wind, but there wasn't a single gust, even at the peak, the entire time there. First 1. That day was windy but manageable. Also it gets a bit slippery on the rocks towards the top so watch your step coming down.
Did the hike with my wife and my 3 year old son, who was on my back in a child carrier. One of the most awesome and strenuous hikes of my life. My legs are fine, but shoulders are asking for mercy. Pretty awesome views from the top and very windy and chilly. The hard rating would be accurate due to the elevation gain. Pretty busy trail. Start as early in the morning as you can because the parking lot fills up quickly.
Made it to the top of Texas! Lots of ppl on trail today and super windy. It was worth the challenge in my opinion. This was a great hike. Took the moms and 10 year old awhile…because snack breaks. The boys could have easily ran up and down without trouble.
The views at the top were stunning. Love how the landscape changes and you hike along the trail. Bring a lot of water! Views were nice. Took us about six hours including a 30 minute lunch stop.. Great hike beautiful views, rugged but very satisfying. The Mitten was awesome! Great hike! Perfect time of year for this trail. Definitely challenging, but primarily on the way down.
The last 2 miles took the most time coming down as there were small loose rocks and incline. The scenery is stunning right out of the gate, as the trail gains elevation fairly quickly via many, many log and rock steps. Take the time to enjoy the sweeping views of the Chihuahuan Desert below. Just when it seems like the climbing will never end, the trail traverses gently through a lovely woods.
This is a good opportunity to catch one's breath and have a snack break before undertaking the edgy bit of trail that clings to the side of a rocky cliff. Signs inform equestrians to dismount and walk their horses on this stretch!
Another awe-inspiring bit of trail involves a short, aesthetically appealing bridge that spans a deep gorge. Here, hikers will discover a small forest of pinion pine, south-western white pine, and Douglas fir. The forest exists here since on a north-facing slope there is not as much sunlight. The slightly cooler, shadier climate allows these pines to survive.
After nearly three miles the trail will top out at a false summit. It is still a little more than a mile to the actual summit. The trail will flatten out for a short distance as it passes through a sparse forest of ponderosa pine. The backcountry campsite for overnight backpackers is on this summit backcountry permit required to camp. After passing the backcountry campsite, the trail descends slightly and crosses a wooden bridge.
After the bridge, the trail begins the final climb to the summit. After only a few switchbacks, the top of El Capitan will dominate the view to the south. Eventually you will pass the horse hitching posts and arrive at the summit, where on a clear day you will be rewarded with a tremendous view of the surrounding mountains and desert. Guadalupe Peak is the most popular trail in the park. If hiking on a weekend, expect trailhead parking to fill early in the day. Overflow parking for the trailhead is located at the Pine Springs Visitor Center.
Time of Day. Sunrise and sunset views from the summit can be breathtaking. If attempting a sunrise or sunset viewing at the summit make sure to carry headlamps or flashlights. Parking All trailhead areas have accessible parking available. Service animals Only service animals that have been individually trained to perform specific tasks for the benefit of persons with disabilities are allowed in the park and on trails. Hikers should carefully monitor the weather. The path has excellent views all the way.
Length: 4. Guadalupe Peak is the highest mountain in Texas 8, feet , just 10 miles from the New Mexico border, and it may be climbed by a relatively easy 4. It is an interesting trip, passing different kinds of terrain and a variety of views along the route - of the central Pine Springs Canyon , the desert plains to the south, the flatter, intermediate land within the mountains and finally the peak itself, visible only near the end.
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