Guadalupe Mountains National Park manages Shumard Canyon Wilderness Campground as part of its backcountry camping system. This National Park Service site operates under wilderness camping regulations, which means no pets are permitted on the grounds. The campground sits within the park's rugged desert mountain terrain.
Access requires advance planning since wilderness camping typically involves permits and specific check-in procedures. Campers exploring this remote section of West Texas will find campsites near Guadalupe Mountains National Park for additional options. The site works best for backpackers and wilderness enthusiasts prepared for primitive conditions and park regulations.
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.
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Location
Public CampgroundShumard 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
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
