Guadalupe Peak
At 8,751 feet above sea level, Guadalupe Peak is the highest point in Texas
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Guadalupe Peak Details
At 8,751 feet above sea level, Guadalupe Peak is the highest point in Texas and the mountain that gives the entire Guadalupe Mountain Range its name. Texas is known best for its flat, open expanses, so this majestic peak and the range of smaller mountains surrounding it, is quite the spectacle. It is a remnant of the Capitan Reef, a horseshoe-shaped limestone reef that once ringed the edge of an ancient inland sea here. Today its ridgelines are covered in pine forests, and afford stunning views of the surrounding desert valley. There is a metal plaque at the top of the peak, commemorating the Butterfield Overland Mail Company. The summit of Guadalupe Peak is also a popular place to view sunsets and sunrises in the park.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Guadalupe Peak
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Guadalupe Mountains
Home to some of the state's most iconic rivers, canyons, and peaks, this mountain range is a must-see attraction during your visit.
1.0 mi away
El Capitan
Located in the Guadalupe Mountains is one of Texas's tallest and most iconic landmarks.
1.9 mi away
El Capitan/Salt Basin Overlook
This moderate hiking trail takes you from the Pine Springs Campground Trailhead to historic Williams Ranch.
1.9 mi away
Guadalupe Peak
This strenuous 8.5-mile trail climbs 3,000 feet to the summit of Guadalupe Peak, the tallest point in Texas.
1.9 mi away
Devil's Hall Trail
A strenuous 4.2-mile out-and-back hike that begins at the Pine Springs Trailhead
