Texas’ Highest Peak & Ancient Oceans: Guadalupe Mountains National Park

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Texas’ Highest Peak & Ancient Oceans: Guadalupe Mountains National Park

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We’re heading to one of the most underrated national parks in the entire country — Guadalupe Mountains National Park in far West Texas! Rising over 3,000 feet above the Chihuahuan Desert, these mountains hide a jaw-dropping secret: they’re actually the remains of a 260–270-million-year-old reef that once sat at the bottom of an ancient tropical sea.

In this episode, we explore the natural wonders, rich cultural history, and best hiking options at Guadalupe Mountains — including trails perfect for the 50+ crowd who love a great adventure without the extremes.

⏱️ WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE:

✅ The geology behind these ancient mountains — 260–270 million years in the making

✅ The 10,000-year human story: Mescalero Apache, Buffalo Soldiers & the Butterfield Stagecoach

✅ Best hikes for every level (easy strolls to the highest peak in Texas)

✅ McKittrick Canyon — Texas’ best fall foliage destination

✅ First-timer tips: what to know before you go

✅ Why this park belongs on EVERY Texas bucket list

📌 PARK QUICK FACTS:

Located in: Hudspeth & Culberson Counties, West Texas | On US Hwy 62/180

Established: September 30, 1972 | Authorized: 1966

Size: 86,416 acres | 80+ miles of trails

Highest Point: Guadalupe Peak, 8,751 ft (highest in Texas!)

Entrance Fee: $10/person | Annual Pass accepted

Visitor Info: nps.gov/gumo | 915-828-3251

🌟 BEST HIKES WE RECOMMEND:

Easy: Pinery Trail (0.75 mi round-trip) | Smith Spring Loop (2.3 mi)

Moderate: McKittrick Canyon to Pratt Cabin (4.6 mi) | McKittrick to Grotto (6.8 mi)

Strenuous: Guadalupe Peak Summit Trail (8.5 mi, 3,000 ft gain)

📹 Two Chicks with Hiking Sticks is a Two Chicks Production podcast and YouTube channel dedicated to exploring the rich intersections of culture, history, and the natural world — with a special love for National Park Service sites and local hidden gems.