Top Adventures in El Paso
Hike the Vertigo Ridge Trail
Start your hike from the Stanton Street parking area. The trail starts a little steep at first but then levels out. There are several connections to other trails. There is a good view of a small canyon and also a cave. The cave is not accessible s...
1.1 miles
265 ft gain
Hike Mount Cristo Rey Trail
The trails winds its way up the mountain with several stopping places with crosses and other religious artifacts. On top of the mountain is a very large statue of Christ. This hike provides good views of the Franklin Mountains, El Paso, and Mexico...
4.6 miles
649 ft gain
Hike the Ranger Peak and Directissimo Trails
Take the Aerial Tramway up to the top. The ride up is short but scenic. Once on the platform, hike the Ranger Peak Trail which affords you good views of the El Paso area and the Franklin Mountains. Return to the parking lot below via the Directiss...
2.6 miles
1230 ft gain
Hike the Granola Bowl Loop Trail
This trail can be hiked at different times of the year. In the spring there are several species in bloom and in the summer wildflowers. There are good views of the Franklin Mountains and West El Paso.
0.7 miles
170 ft gain
Hike the Mayberry Trail
This is a great trail to be able to hike year-round. Great place to see wildlife and wildflowers in the spring and summer. Also a great place to see many species of cacti. This trail connects to the numerous trails in Lost Dog system and has great...
1.8 miles
127 ft gain
Hike the Tom Mays Trail
Hike this trail from the entrance of the State Park all the way to the parking lot of the Schaeffer Shuffle Trail. There are good views of the Franklin Mountains and lots of cacti and wildflowers to enjoy. This trail intersects with the Aztec Cave...
2.6 miles
502 ft gain
Hike the Lower Sunset Trail
I have hiked this trail several times but only in sections since it is so long. You can start from either the south parking or the north parking lot. I'd suggest leaving a car at both if possible so you can hike point-to-point if you want a shorte...
7 miles
1043 ft gain
Hike to West Cottonwood Springs Trail
Start your hike from the west cottonwood trail parking lot and ascend through some nice desert vegetation. The trail is rather rocky and has lots of loose rocks so step carefully. You'll pass by the old copper mine and then proceeded up the steep ...
1.6 miles
781 ft gain
Hike the Agave Loop Trail
Start your hike at the West Cottonwood trail parking lot. The ascent on the trail is not too difficult. First the trail will take you to the top of the Sneed Cory with good views of the State Park. After that, continue up the mountainside, which h...
1.9 miles
370 ft gain
Hike to North Franklin Peak
El Paso is a sprawling city that is remarkably split by the Franklin Mountains. By driving up the Transmountain Road you can get a view of city, but stopping at Franklin State Park and climbing the North Franklin Mountain Peak you can top the city...
8 miles
2100 ft gain
Hike Mundy's Gap Trail
You can start hiking the trail either from the West side or East side. I started on the West side at the Agave Trail. The climb up the mountain is not too hard and offers good views of the mountains. There are some very interesting rock formations...
3.9 miles
1004 ft gain
Hike the Aztec Cave trail
Start your hike from the parking lot and cross an arroyo to start your ascent to the cave. The trail climbs steadily but not difficult to hike. There are benches along the way if you need to rest your legs. The caves are small but interesting and ...
0.6 miles
501 ft gain
