McKittrick Ridge requires a backpacking permit and eight-mile hike to reach, making this wilderness campground one of the more remote options in Guadalupe Mountains National Park. Two different trail approaches offer varying difficulty levels, both leading to elevated campsites with expansive views across the surrounding desert landscape.
Campers must contact rangers about water availability before departing, as sources can vary seasonally. The trail passes a small cave formation and remains well-marked throughout the ascent. For those seeking additional options after their wilderness experience, campgrounds near Guadalupe Mountains National Park provide developed alternatives with vehicle access.
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.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundMckittrick Ridge 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
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
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
