Welcome to Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site, a truly unique and captivating destination located in El Paso County, Texas. This park offers a fascinating blend of natural beauty, rich history, and world-class recreational opportunities, making it a must-visit for anyone seeking adventure and discovery.
Park Environment:
Hueco Tanks is characterized by its distinctive rock formations, known as "huecos" (Spanish for "hollows"), which are the result of thousands of years of erosion. These unique rock formations create a stunning and otherworldly landscape, providing a dramatic backdrop for a variety of activities. The park's desert environment also supports a diverse range of plant and animal life, adding to its natural charm.
Services and Amenities:
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site offers a range of services and amenities to enhance your visit, including:
Park Features:
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site is renowned for its:
Activities and Attractions:
Visitors to Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site can enjoy a variety of activities and attractions, including:
Park Promotion:
Escape to Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Texas desert. Whether you're a seasoned rock climber, a history buff, or simply seeking a peaceful retreat in nature, this park offers something for everyone. Come and discover the magic of Hueco Tanks, where natural beauty and rich history intertwine to create a truly unique and captivating experience.
Contact Information:
Address: 6900 Hueco Tanks Road No. 1, El Paso, TX 79938, USA
Phone: (915) 857-1135
Mobile Phone: +1 915-857-1135
Additional Information:
For more information about Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site, including reservations, tour schedules, and park regulations, please visit the official Texas Parks and Wildlife website or contact the park directly. You can also find reviews and ratings from previous visitors on various travel websites.
Picnics
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Hiking
Picnic tables
Public restroom
Credit cards
Debit cards
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
Well worth the time to sit through a short video and speak to a park ranger about respecting the history and environment. We picked a beautiful day to go and it was a very pleasant surprise. Easy walks and things to see. Excellent staff who were all friendly and knowledgeable.
Beautiful Mountain! Totally different shapes than all the mountains around here! The guided tour by one of the rangers was very nice. Elizabeth I believe her name was, very knowledgeable. The pictographs, some she would enhance through an app on her phone where we could really see the details!
Small park with a surprising amount of hoops you have to jump through. When you enter, you have to fill out paperwork. Then you have to drive to another building and watch a 10 minute video on the area and how not to be a moron with the historic sites. 😂 Anyway, once past that, this is a bouldering paradise. My 10 and 8 year old boys loved it as did I. They could have spent all day here. We did the chain trail (with massive amounts of excess bouldering) as well as the Site 17 and Pond Trail. Really enjoyed it. Highly recommend.
Who says there's nothing to see in El Paso? People who have never set foot into a non-tourist-trappy destination, that's who. Even without stunning and unique places like Carlsbad Caverns and White Sands which are an easy day trip, El Paso boasts this gem called Hueco Tanks right in the heart of the city. We likely wouldn't have gotten much out of it without our tour guide Eddie, a local volunteer. His knowledge of the site - no, his knowledge of EVERYTHING under the sun including El Paso, Texas, history, geology, archaeology, linguistics, you name it - was mind-blowing. His enthusiasm for story-telling as well as his physical stamina were unparalleled. He took our group that included ages from 11 to 80, through a challenging path of exploration by means of tunnels, chutes, crevices, chasms, and bridges, keeping a good eye on our safety, while constantly engaging us with cool facts and explanations. We enjoyed a picnic lunch at the table right outside the Escontrias ranch house. The staff is nonbureaucratic and friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend this place along with the volunteer guided tour. To clarify: you should request the VOLUNTEER tour, not the commercial ones. I have no idea how those are but we are sure they can't be any better, despite costing way more. The volunteer tour was only $7 per person - plus whatever you decide to tip.
Great historic site to visit. Lots of hiking, history, awesome rock formations, and climbing!