Guadalupe Mountains National Park

Located 61 miles away from Van Horn, this park is an 86,416 acre park bordering New Mexico. It has the highest point in Texas - the Guadalupe Mountain at 8,749 feet. It has beautiful landscape from desert lands to wooded mountains. McKittrick Canyon provides miles of hiking trials and breathtaking views. For more information, visit the National Park Services Website or call 915-828-3251.

Carlsbad Caverns National Park

This Park is located 105 miles away from Van Horn, on Highway 54 into New Mexico. The Carlsbad Caverns are open year around with self-guided and ranger tours available. The Caverns are 750 feet below ground at a cool 56 ͦ F. Walk down from the top or take the elevator the caverns provide miles of trails through chambers with spectacular rock formations pools. For more information and pricing, call 505-785-2232.

Balmorhea

Located 61 miles away from Town, off of I-10 you will find one of the world’s largest spring-fed swimming pools with:

• Picnic areas
• Playground areas
• Scuba diving spots
• Swimming opportunities

Additional Information

For more information, please call 432-375-2370 or visit the Texas Parks and Wildlife website.

West of Van Horn, you should check out the following:

Hueco Tanks State Park

Hueco Tanks State Park is located 135 miles west of Van Horn.

El Paso

The most western point of Texas. Located just 119 miles away, El Paso has a diverse history. Learn more at El Paso Website.

Marfa 

Located 74 miles away form Van Horn, this was originally a water stop on the railroad. Marfa has become the center for contemporary art. Visitors come hoping to catch a glimpse of the Marfa Lights. A mystery that has been deifying explanation since 1883. To learn more visit the Marfa Website or call 432-729-4772.

Fort Davis

Fort Davis is located within 80 miles of Van Horn.

Davis Mountains State Park & McDonald Observatory

Just above Fort Davis the park holds beautiful mountain views in Davis Mountains State Park. Sitting atop one of these beautiful mountain is the McDonald Observatory. You can also enjoy:

• Bird watching
• Camping
• Hiking

Alpine

Alpine is located 100 miles south of Van Horn. Crossroads to the Big Bend National Park, this mountain town is home to Sul Ross State University.  To learn more visit Alpine Website or call 432-837-2326.