A trail is marked by two orange cones
10-20 MinutesFee applies

Campground Connector Trail

Guadalupe Mountains National Park

This short trail connects the visitor center to the campground and the trailhead area at Pine Springs.

This short trail connects the visitor center to the campground and the trailhead area at Pine Springs. During peak periods, many hikers will use this to travel from the visitor center parking lot to the trailhead and on to their day hike destinations. Distance: 0.2 miles (0.3 km) from the visitor center to the campground; 0.4 miles (0.6 km) from the visitor center parking lot to the upper trailhead. Elevation Change: 102 feet Time Estimate: 10 minutes Difficulty: Easy Leashed pets are allowed on this trail.

Tags

HikingNatural SoundsWildernesstrailTexaspet friendlyhikeday hiketrailsEasy hikewalk

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Duration

10-20 Minutes

Fees

Park entry fee required for all adult visitors.

Fees Apply

Yes

Seasons

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day, Night, Dawn, Dusk

Accessibility

Trail surfaces are loose rock or hardened rock surfaces. Hiking or trekking poles are highly recommended. Trail widths vary from two to six feet depending on the trail. Parking All trailhead areas have accessible parking available. Service animals Only service animals that have been individually trained to perform specific tasks for the benefit of persons with disabilities are allowed in the park and on trails.

Pets

Yes — Leashed pets are allowed on this trail. Opportunities for pets are very limited in the park.

Reservations

No

Location

Start at the Visitor Center Parking Lot

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