Guadalupe Peak Hike: What to Know Before the Texas Highpoint

Easy directions for hiking the Guadalupe Peak Trail, the highest point in Texas, very doable for hikers who plan carefully. *Gear I'm Using Now:* * inReach: https://hkgy.co/inreach * Hiking App: https://hkgy.co/app * Watch: https://hkgy.co/watch * Shoes: https://hkgy.co/shoes * Pack: https://hkgy.co/backpack * Rescue Insurance: https://hkgy.co/insurance *Full Hiking Gear List (What I Use Now - Tested & Not Sponsored):* https://hikingguy.com/gear *More Hiking Content* * Guide: https://hikingguy.com/hikes/guadalupe-peak/ * Website: https://hikingguy.com * Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/hikingguy * Monthly Hiking News (free): https://www.patreon.com/c/hikingguy/ * Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/Hikingguy Guadalupe Peak sits at 8,751 feet and earns its highpoint status with 3,000 feet of gain over 8.4 miles round trip. The first mile and a half is the crux: uneven stone steps, tight switchbacks, and exposed Chihuahuan Desert sun. After that initial push, the trail moves into cooler north-facing slopes with ponderosa pine and Douglas-fir, settling into steadier grades and better footing. The route is non-technical but demands fitness and early starts to avoid afternoon heat. No permit required. Plan for a full day, bring plenty of water, and expect the views to open up as you climb above the desert floor into alpine terrain. --- *Disclaimer:* Some of these links are affiliate links where I'll earn a small commission if you make a purchase at no additional cost to you. I only recommend gear I actually use and trust.