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A wilderness use permit is required for all use of these campsites. This primitive campground is located on the Guadalupe Peak trail, 3.1 miles from the Pine Springs trailhead, and 1 mile below the Peak. The elevation gain from the trailhead to the campsites is 2,200 feet. The campground is on a small knoll and only minimally protected from high winds. Five designated campsites are defined by tent pads. These sites are exposed and high winds are common.
The Guadalupe Peak Wilderness Campground located on the Guadalupe Peak trail, 3.1 miles from the Pine Springs trailhead, and approximately one mile below the summit of the peak. There is a sign on the right-hand side of the trail directing hikers to the campground area. The trail to the campground is approximately 150 yards. It is rocky, but well defined. Elevation gain to the campground is approximately 2,200 feet from the trailhead.
incredible camp site with epic views. by far the most difficult hike in Texas
Tent pads are decent. Views awesome. Wind can be an issue. Good base from which to summit.
Overall a nice campground. Wish there were more camp sites as it gets crowded quickly. There is not a reservation system, and on Saturday morning, the park people came around asking if we were staying or leaving because others were wanting to camp. Some camp sites have some shade, but most don't. Camp sites are pretty close to each other (20yds ish). No wood or charcoal fires allowed which was a bummer, but then again it is the desert. Outhouse at tents site, with hand sanitizer and lots of TP. Everything was well maintained. Running water restrooms, water spout, and dish washing sink at RV site just up the road 100yds. Access to a lot of trails, including the Guadeloupe Peak trail, is right there at the campground. We will definitely be back to hike more someday.
A strenuous 3 mile hike with 2000' of elevation gain will bring you to the high backcountry camp on the slopes of Guadalupe Peak. Unmatched views of the surrounding mountains in the one side and endless desert views to the east make this campsite hard to beat. Relax in the shade of the pines as your legs recover from the climb.
At only 1 mile and 1000' below the summit, this camp makes a great jumping off point for a sunrise trip to the highest point in TX.
