National Park · TX
Guadalupe Mountains National Park
Guadalupe Mountains is quietest in August and January and busiest in March.
Come experience mountains and canyons, desert and dunes, night skies and spectacular vistas within a place unlike any other. Guadalupe Mountains National Park protects the world's most extensive Permian fossil reef, the four highest peaks in Texas, an environmentally diverse collection of flora and fauna, and the stories of lives shaped through conflict, cooperation and survival.
220K recreation visits a year on average (2023–2025)
Data: NPS visitation 2023–2025 · crowd scores computed Oct 2026 · alerts checked Oct 18, 2026. How this is calculated →
Computed from federal data · Methodology by Sharon Ben-Moshe
Pick a month to visit Guadalupe Mountains
This week
7-day forecast
| Day | Conditions | High | Low | Precip chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 18 | Clear | 57°F | 39°F | 2% |
| Mon 19 | Overcast | 64°F | 45°F | 2% |
| Tue 20 | Overcast | 67°F | 49°F | 1% |
| Wed 21 | Overcast | 69°F | 51°F | 0% |
| Thu 22 | Light drizzle | 68°F | 53°F | 26% |
| Fri 23 | Thunderstorm | 65°F | 53°F | 47% |
| Sat 24 | Rain showers | 54°F | 49°F | 47% |
Forecast data by Open-Meteo
Source: Open-Meteo
Weather
Monthly climate normals
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F | 32°F | 0.6" |
| February | 56°F | 34°F | 0.7" |
| March | 63°F | 40°F | 0.5" |
| April | 71°F | 46°F | 0.5" |
| May | 79°F | 55°F | 0.8" |
| June | 88°F | 64°F | 1.5" |
| July | 87°F | 64°F | 2.8" |
| August | 84°F | 62°F | 3.1" |
| September | 80°F | 58°F | 2.3" |
| October | 72°F | 50°F | 1.3" |
| November | 61°F | 39°F | 1.0" |
| December | 54°F | 33°F | 0.8" |
Source: NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, PINE SPRINGS, TX US
Know before you go
Fees & hours
- Entrance fee
- $10 — An entrance fee of $10 per person (16 years of age and older) is required; entrance fees/passes permit 1-7 consecutive days of use in this national park. Holders of the Annual, Senior, Military, 4th grade and Access Pass can bring in 3 adults free of charge under their pass. Any pass must be displayed in a vehicle while in the national park.
- Hours
- The Pine Springs area, including the campground, visitor center, trailhead, and associated parking areas are open and accessible all of the time during normal operations. Camping is permitted in designated campsites only.
Source: NPS Data API
Conditions
Current alerts
- Caution
Devil's Hall is a Strenuous Hike
The hike to Devil's Hall is rated as strenuous. The portion of the route in the wash requires rock scrambling and is dangerous when wet or if water is present. The wash surface is loose gravel and rocks and may be unstable.
Details on nps.gov → - Information
Park Store To Go Cashless
Starting August 14th, 2025 the park store will go cashless. All major credit cards, debit cards and mobile electronic payments will be accepted.
Source: NPS Data API
FAQ
Guadalupe Mountains questions
When is the best time to visit Guadalupe Mountains?
Guadalupe Mountains is least crowded in August, January, and June. March is the busiest month, so visiting outside it means thinner crowds and easier parking.
How much does it cost to visit Guadalupe Mountains?
Entrance to Guadalupe Mountains costs $10 (An entrance fee of $10 per person (16 years of age and older) is required; entrance fees/passes permit 1-7 consecutive days of use in this national park. Holders of the Annual, Senior, Military, 4th grade and Access Pass can bring in 3 adults free of charge under their pass. Any pass must be displayed in a vehicle while in the national park.).
When is Guadalupe Mountains busiest?
Guadalupe Mountains is busiest in March, when crowds rate 10/10 (peak). Expect full parking lots and longer waits; arrive early or choose a quieter month.
How crowded is Guadalupe Mountains during holidays and fee-free days?
Holiday weekends (Memorial Day, Labor Day, Fourth of July) and official NPS fee-free days typically bring peak crowd conditions to Guadalupe Mountains. Arrive before 8 AM or after 3 PM to secure parking and avoid peak trail congestion.