Most people consider the Guadalupe Peak Trail to be the most extreme hike in Texas because it has the most elevation gain, ...

To the southwest, a giant fossil reef called El Capitan juts out, cutting a stark shape against the gentle foothills beyond. Texas is more likely to be known for its wide-open spaces than its ...

That’s what my brother-in-law said when I questioned his sanity after he floated the idea of hiking the Guadalupe Peak Trail. Guadalupe Mountains National Park is one of two national parks in Texas.

Most travelers may not associate Texas with fall foliage, but the Lone Star State's most remote national park is one of the most spectacular places to leaf peep in the U.S. Here's what you need to ...

A missing hiker was found off-trail near the Guadalupe Mountains National Park. After summiting Guadalupe Peak, the highest peak in Texas, with friends on Saturday, Jan. 11, the hiker became separated ...

The sunsets from the Peak Trail can be spectacular, but you don’t want to be this high up at sunset, unless you have a great headlamp. Hiking down in the dark takes away some of the enjoyment of the ...

There is no shortage of Texas hiking trails offering breathtaking views, but only the Permian Reef Trail in Guadalupe Mountains National Park takes you into another state and showcases ancient fossils ...