Located in the Chihuahuan Desert, Guadalupe Mountains National Park holds the honor of being home to the four tallest mountains in Texas, including the famous Guadalupe Peak.
Hiking Guadalupe Peak is the most popular activity with visitors; the hike takes between six and eight hours round-trip, and there are excellent views of the park to be had from the top of the mountain.
Other popular activities in the park include camping, bird watching, and visiting the beautiful McKittrick Canyon.
The park is best explored on foot or by horseback, although there are some roads that are accessible by four-wheel-drive vehicles.