Established Camping
Shumard Canyon Wilderness Campground — Guadalupe Mountains National Park
Shumard Canyon Wilderness Campground is located in the Guadalupe Mountains National Park, featuring rugged terrain with rocky landscapes and desert vegetation. Temperatures can range from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer, with cooler nights. Nearby attractions include the Guadalupe Peak, the highest point in Texas, and McKittrick Canyon, known for its scenic hiking trails.
Description
A backcountry use permit is required for all use of these campsites. 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.ADA Access: The Tejas Campground is a primitive camping area accessible only by foot trail.
Location
Shumard Canyon 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/ts_wcg.htm.
Coordinates
31.9373519758303 N
104.85050922347 W
Detours Nearby
More Travel Less Talk
27 min away
The Ranch SKP Co-Op
1 hr 15 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 36 min from El Paso
- 2 hrs 18 min from Las Cruces
- 2 hrs 47 min from Odessa
- 2 hrs 59 min from Midland
Access
Connectivity
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
