Franklin Mountains State Park

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Old Tin Mine Hike
Join a park ranger or volunteer guides for a hike out to the El Paso Tin Mines, the remains of a mining operation from the early 1900s.
Hubble's Night Sky Challenge Star Party
Celebrate 35 years of Hubble observations with a year-long night sky stargazing adventure for amateur astronomy enthusiasts.
Last Sunday Hike - Schaeffer Shuffle
Join a park ranger on a guided hike through the Western foothills of the Franklin Mountains.
iNaturalist 101
Ever found a plant or animal in the park, or even your backyard, and asked "What is that?" Want to participate in this year's City Nature Challenge, a bioblitz-style competition to see which city can get the most number of people identifying plants and animals? Join us to learn how to use this amazing citizen science app!
Women's Hike - Lower Sunset
Come explore the beautiful Chihuahuan Desert with other women, led by a female ranger or volunteer. Learn about best hiking practices and the unique desert ecosystems. This hike is open to women of all experience levels who are excited to spend more quality time outdoors.
Peak Challenge - Thousand Steps
Challenge yourself against some of the most difficult hikes in the Franklin Mountains.
Lantern-lit Mine Tour
Step back in time and explore the copper prospecting mine by lantern light.
Prospect Mine Tour
Join us for a hike out to the copper prospecting mines.
Prospect Mine Tour
Join us for a hike out to the copper prospecting mines.
Night Critter Crawl
Join the Franklin Mountains Rangers for an evening hike to explore the night life at Franklin Mountains State Park. Don't forget to add your observations on iNaturalist to count toward the City Nature Challenge!
Last Sunday Hike - Upper Sunset
Join a park ranger on a guided hike through the Western foothills of the Franklin Mountains.