Wed., Oct. 13 = The Centennial Museum at UTEP will unveil its newest publication: A Pocket Guide to El Paso’s Geological Sites by Professor Bill Cornell at a reception from 4 to 6:30 at the museum. Free parking will be available. In addition to the publication of this new book, the museum will be celebrating …
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Guadalupe Peak: Hike to the Top of Texas!
Saturday, October 16, 2025
Sat., Oct. 16 = At 8,749 feet, Guadalupe Peak is the highest point in Texas. The hike may be long but provides spectacular scenery at every turn. At the top you will find a pyramid-shaped monument erected in 1958 by American Airlines to commemorate the 100th anniversary of transcontinental mail delivery which went through Guadalupe …
Devil’s Hall-oween
Saturday, October 30, 2025
Sat., Oct. 30 = See spectacular fall colors as you hike to Devil’s Hall in Guadalupe Mountains National Park via the streambed of Pine Springs Canyon. This rocky trail has very little elevation gain, and leads you through maples, ponderosa pine, and many plant varieties of the Chihuahuan desert. The 4.2 mile round trip trail …
Dinosaur Tracks Tour
Saturday, November 6, 2025
Sat., Nov. 6 = Visit Middle Cretaceous dinosaur tracks at Cerro de Cristo Rey in Sunland Park, New Mexico just across the Rio Grande from El Paso. This is a great event for all members of the family. See dinosaur tracks and look for fossils. Plan to meet at the lower parking lot of Ardovino’s …
Gift to the River Clean-up
Saturday, November 6, 2025
Join Keep El Paso Beautiful and the Celebration of Our Mountains team to clean up a section along the Rio Grande River. Meet at Valley Creek Park in the Upper Valley on Saturday, November 6, at 8 a.m. Keep El Paso Beautiful is a local non-profit organization dedicated to educating the community regarding litter prevention, …
Directissimo/Jackaloop Trails Hike
Saturday, November 13, 2025
Saturday, November 13 hike to the platform at Ranger Peak using the Directissimo Trail and the new Jackaloop Trail. This is an opportunity to study the Upper Ordovician and other formations in the Franklin Mountains as well as get a spectacular view of the region. Reservations are a must as we will have to pre-pay …
11th Annual Artistic Celebration of Our Mountains
Thursday, September 22, 2025
Sponsored by Ardovino’s Desert Crossing, this yearly exhibition of art work is another way that traditionally marks the beginning of Celebration of Our Mountains. Renown for its extraordinary location and fine cuisine, Ardovino’s Desert Crossing hosts an annual exhibit of paintings, photography and sculpture – this year co-curated by proprietor Robert Ardovino and painter Katherine …
Hondo Pass to Smuggler’s Pass
Saturday, September 24, 2025
Hike Hondo Pass to Smuggler’s Pass. Meet at the parking lot at Smuggler’s Gap off Transmountain Road. Then car pool to Hondo Pass and begin this 3 hour, 3 to 4 mile hike off trail. This is an easy to moderate hike. Bring a fannypack/backpack with water, snacks and sunblock. Wear a hat. A hiking …
Beginners Hike above Coronado Country Club
Tuesday, September 27, 2025
Just starting to hike? This event is designed just for you. Hike begins just above the Coronado Country Club. You will take well-established trails through the foothills and arroyos. Remember to wear sturdy hiking foot gear, use sun block, bring a wide hat and plenty of water. If you´re in good condition, the hike will …
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