It is our intent to provide information that will be timely and of assistance in planning a trip, vacation or obtaining data about this park Cub and Sow by John W. Uhler Hiking Hiking in Guadalupe Mountains National Park can be a fun and rewarding experience as in other national parks. It is a great way to both see and experience the park. There are eighty-plus miles of trails, ranging in difficulty from easy to strenuous.
Trails are rocky and often steep and rugged.
Trails lead to Guadalupe Peak, around the base of El Capitan, up into the high country and across the top of the escarpment, and into McKittrick Canyon. Self-guided nature trails are located at McKittrick Canyon, Pinery trail at Pine Springs and Indian Meadow Trail at Dog Canyon. Hiking Hints and Tips Sudden weather changes are common. High winds are prevalent in the spring. Thunderstorms and lightning are frequent in the summer.