Bush Mountain Wilderness Campground operates as a backcountry site within Guadalupe Mountains National Park, managed by the National Park Service with a no-pets policy. The campground sits in the high desert landscape of west Texas, where campers can access rocky terrain and elevated views of the surrounding mountain country. One visitor noted the opportunity to "climb a rock" and wake up to expansive vistas across this rugged terrain.
The site serves backpackers and tent campers willing to hike into wilderness areas, though specific trail distances and difficulty levels require verification with park rangers. Campers exploring the region can find additional campsites near Guadalupe Mountains National Park for comparison. Advance reservations through the National Park Service are required, and visitors should prepare for high-elevation desert conditions with appropriate gear and water supplies.
Description
The extra distance to the Tejas Wilderness Campground is worth the time for those who wish to stay in a more densely forested surrounding. The tall trees provide deep shade in the morning and late afternoon and protection from high winds aloft. Centrally located, the Tejas campground is 5.5 miles from Pine Springs trailhead or 6.2 miles from Dog Canyon.
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Location
Public CampgroundBush Mountain Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park is located in Texas
Directions
Tejas Wilderness Campground directions and information are available at https://www.nps.gov/gumo/planyourvisit/bccamp.htm.
Coordinates
31.9349484876904 N
104.848833267149 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 1 hr 36 min from El Paso, TX
- 2 hrs 18 min from Las Cruces, NM
- 2 hrs 47 min from Odessa, TX
- 2 hrs 59 min from Midland, TX
