Hueco Tanks State Park 🌵⛰️ | El Paso, Texas

#OnTheRoad | Located near the U.S.-Mexico border in El Paso, Hueco Tanks State Park is a place where ancient history meets wild nature. Home to rock art left by prehistoric humans over 10,000 years ago 💮, traces of travelers from a century ago, and a playground for rock climbers and hikers 🧗‍♂️👣, this park is also a sanctuary for wildlife like mountain goats, lizards 🦎, and countless cacti. Seasonal water pockets hidden among the rocks create a truly unique natural landscape. 📍 Location: About a 30-minute drive east of downtown El Paso. 📅 Booking Info: The official website recommends booking between one week to several months in advance. Options include self-guided and guided tours, with limited daily spots. Admission: $7 for adults, free for children. 🎟️ Same-Day Entry: I called the park the morning of my visit and was told same-day self-guided entry was available—so it’s always worth a call! 🧭 Preparation Tips: Wear proper hiking shoes 👟 (trails are relatively easy but rocky) Apply sunscreen & bring sunglasses 🧴🕶️ Carry plenty of water 💧 Recommended visit: half to full day ⏰ Closing Time: The park closes at 6:00 PM. Start wrapping up by 5:30 PM to avoid getting locked in. 🧗‍♀️ Activities: Rock climbing: Bring your own gear 🧗‍♀️ Camping: Available with prior reservation ⛺ Picnicking: Designated clean and safe picnic areas are available 🍉 💭 Final Thoughts: The landscape here is truly one-of-a-kind. Highly recommended for nature lovers and those with some flexibility in their schedule! #HuecoTanks #StateParks #ElPaso #TexasTravel #NatureLovers #RockClimbing #AncientArt #USMexicoBorder #TravelTips #ExploreTexas