Guidebook for El Paso
Parks & Nature
Ascarate Park
6900 Delta Drnear calm park
Towering above the city of El Paso is the Franklin Mountains State Park, the largest state park in an urban setting. Here you can hike rugged terrain in 37 square miles of desert wilderness, scrub vegetation and open space, with 125 miles of multi-use trails that are especially popular with mountain bikers. Camping and picnicking are also available
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Franklin Mountains State Park
Tom Mays Park Access RoadTowering above the city of El Paso is the Franklin Mountains State Park, the largest state park in an urban setting. Here you can hike rugged terrain in 37 square miles of desert wilderness, scrub vegetation and open space, with 125 miles of multi-use trails that are especially popular with mountain bikers. Camping and picnicking are also available
At the northern end of the Chihuahuan Desert lies the world's largest gypsum dune field. White Sands National Monument preserves a major portion of this gypsum dune field, along with the plants and animals that have successfully adapted to this constantly changing environment.
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White Sands National Monument
At the northern end of the Chihuahuan Desert lies the world's largest gypsum dune field. White Sands National Monument preserves a major portion of this gypsum dune field, along with the plants and animals that have successfully adapted to this constantly changing environment.
The All-American Rose Selection (AARS) public garden is one of over 100 certified gardens within the United States. There are over 1900 rosebushes, with 500 varieties. The wrought-iron fenced garden has wide walkways with handicap accessibility, raised beds, a waterfall, and trees and shrubs. Several new rose varieties are planted each year, and after two years the highest-rated are named and receive the AARS symbol. Waterfalls, a lovely plaza area and a Koi pond make this garden design second to none.
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El Paso Municipal Rose Garden
3418 Aurora AveThe All-American Rose Selection (AARS) public garden is one of over 100 certified gardens within the United States. There are over 1900 rosebushes, with 500 varieties. The wrought-iron fenced garden has wide walkways with handicap accessibility, raised beds, a waterfall, and trees and shrubs. Several new rose varieties are planted each year, and after two years the highest-rated are named and receive the AARS symbol. Waterfalls, a lovely plaza area and a Koi pond make this garden design second to none.
For thousands of years, people have trekked to these rock hills in far west Texas. In earlier times, they came for the rainwater pooled in natural rock basins, or huecos (͞whey-coes͟). Visitors today marvel at the imagery left by those ancient people. At Hueco Tanks, visitors can hike, rock climb, bird watch, study nature and history, picnic and stargaze. Also available are guided and self-guided tours to view rock imagery. Stop by the interpretive center, in a historic ranch house, to learn about the park and its history. The park store at headquarters sells gifts and other items. Hueco Tanks is mainly a day-use park. However, we do have 20 campsites.
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Hueco Tanks State Historic Site
6900 Hueco Tanks Road No. 1For thousands of years, people have trekked to these rock hills in far west Texas. In earlier times, they came for the rainwater pooled in natural rock basins, or huecos (͞whey-coes͟). Visitors today marvel at the imagery left by those ancient people. At Hueco Tanks, visitors can hike, rock climb, bird watch, study nature and history, picnic and stargaze. Also available are guided and self-guided tours to view rock imagery. Stop by the interpretive center, in a historic ranch house, to learn about the park and its history. The park store at headquarters sells gifts and other items. Hueco Tanks is mainly a day-use park. However, we do have 20 campsites.
Keystone Heritage Park comprises an Archaic-period archaeological site, wetlands, and a desert botanical garden. The 4,500-year-old site is one of the oldest villages in the United States. The wetlands are home to many birds, and over 200 species have been spotted there on their seasonal migrations. The botanical garden features a variety of native plants, and includes a pavilion and a replica of an Archaic period brush hut. The newest component, the Chihuahuan Desert Experience, is a work in progress that will feature a chance for visitors to stroll the 900-mile length of desert over a 17-acre recreation of the plant indigenous life.
Keystone Heritage Park and Botanical Gardens
4200 Doniphan DrKeystone Heritage Park comprises an Archaic-period archaeological site, wetlands, and a desert botanical garden. The 4,500-year-old site is one of the oldest villages in the United States. The wetlands are home to many birds, and over 200 species have been spotted there on their seasonal migrations. The botanical garden features a variety of native plants, and includes a pavilion and a replica of an Archaic period brush hut. The newest component, the Chihuahuan Desert Experience, is a work in progress that will feature a chance for visitors to stroll the 900-mile length of desert over a 17-acre recreation of the plant indigenous life.
Food Scene
Tortas Rainbow
6920 Delta Dryou must have the torta de bistec from this place!
El Cometa
4131 N Mesa Streal mexican food
Cocteles Mazatlan El Paso
7921 N Loop Dri love their sea food is the best to my opinion
Panda Burgers
10780 Pebble Hills Blvdout of the usual burgers
Sightseeing
Scenic Drive - Overlook
Scenic Drivewhen the sun goes down the views are really pretty
Shopping
The Outlet Shoppes at El Paso
7051 S Desert BlvdCielo Vista Mall station
Bassett Place
Food City Supermarkets
5400 Alameda Avethey sell ready to eat food and sweet bread like from mexico
Sunland Park Mall station
750 Sunland Park DrEssentials
Food King Supermarket
is really near the house and low prices
Target
6001 Gateway Blvd WEntertainment & Activities
Bowl El Paso
11144 Pellicano DrDave & Buster's
6101 Gateway Blvd WLocally recognized as the Best Place to Take the Kiddos, the El Paso Zoo sits on 35 acres of fun and adventure. Bigger and better than ever, the El Paso Zoo is an expansive green space that is home to exotic animals from around the world and features family attractions such as the African Star Train and the Hunt Family Desert Spring water feature and the Foster Tree House Playground. Accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA), the El Paso Zoo celebrates the value of animals and natural resources and creates opportunities for people to rediscover their connection to nature.
69 locals recommend
El Paso Zoo
4001 E Paisano Dr Locally recognized as the Best Place to Take the Kiddos, the El Paso Zoo sits on 35 acres of fun and adventure. Bigger and better than ever, the El Paso Zoo is an expansive green space that is home to exotic animals from around the world and features family attractions such as the African Star Train and the Hunt Family Desert Spring water feature and the Foster Tree House Playground. Accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA), the El Paso Zoo celebrates the value of animals and natural resources and creates opportunities for people to rediscover their connection to nature.
Boasting more than 300 sunny days a year; El Paso is home to the Golf Course at Ascarate Park. An amazing course for year-round play and centrally located in the heart of the city, the golf course offers those that play many ways to enjoy the sunshine along with a challenging yet rewarding course. The 18-hole course at the Municipal Golf facility features 6,565 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71. The course also has a nine-hole short course, or practice course called the Delta Nine. The course has a clubhouse, putting green, driving range as well as space for meetings. Designed by George Hoffman, the Ascarate golf course opened in 1955. The golf course is situated alongside
Ascarate Golf Course
6900 Delta DrBoasting more than 300 sunny days a year; El Paso is home to the Golf Course at Ascarate Park. An amazing course for year-round play and centrally located in the heart of the city, the golf course offers those that play many ways to enjoy the sunshine along with a challenging yet rewarding course. The 18-hole course at the Municipal Golf facility features 6,565 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71. The course also has a nine-hole short course, or practice course called the Delta Nine. The course has a clubhouse, putting green, driving range as well as space for meetings. Designed by George Hoffman, the Ascarate golf course opened in 1955. The golf course is situated alongside
Designed by Marvin Ferguson in 1975, Lone Star Golf Club is a classic, traditional style golf course, complete with tree lined fairways. Although the course layout may appear flat in terrain, subtle breaks in the greens and fairways, and strategically placed sandtraps will test even the best players. A fully lit driving range and two lighted chipping/putting greens, allow you to practice at your convenience, day or night. Lone Star has become The Public Golf Course of El Paso, yet one will feel as if they were at a premiere private club. Between the friendly staff, the well groomed greens, and the excellent food in our restaurant, one might say they have found an Oasis in the desert.
Lone Star Golf Club
1510 Hawkins BlvdDesigned by Marvin Ferguson in 1975, Lone Star Golf Club is a classic, traditional style golf course, complete with tree lined fairways. Although the course layout may appear flat in terrain, subtle breaks in the greens and fairways, and strategically placed sandtraps will test even the best players. A fully lit driving range and two lighted chipping/putting greens, allow you to practice at your convenience, day or night. Lone Star has become The Public Golf Course of El Paso, yet one will feel as if they were at a premiere private club. Between the friendly staff, the well groomed greens, and the excellent food in our restaurant, one might say they have found an Oasis in the desert.
Whether you are situated at 4,692 feet above sea level amongst the majestic Franklin Mountains or atop 5,632 feet above sea level at Ranger Peak, a pic from either location is sure to make your followers envious. With a 7,000 square mile view, finding that perfect pic spot provides no challenge at all.
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Wyler Aerial Tramway
1700 McKinley AveWhether you are situated at 4,692 feet above sea level amongst the majestic Franklin Mountains or atop 5,632 feet above sea level at Ranger Peak, a pic from either location is sure to make your followers envious. With a 7,000 square mile view, finding that perfect pic spot provides no challenge at all.
At the center of it all was the Plaza Theatre, which opened September 12, 1930 to a capacity crowd of 2,410. It was advertised as the largest theater of its kind between Dallas and Los Angeles. Designed as a modern film house with the flexibility of presenting stage shows, the Plaza eventually hosted popular traveling shows and movies, becoming a fixture in the lives of theatergoers for generations to come.
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Plaza Theater
125 Henry Trost CourtAt the center of it all was the Plaza Theatre, which opened September 12, 1930 to a capacity crowd of 2,410. It was advertised as the largest theater of its kind between Dallas and Los Angeles. Designed as a modern film house with the flexibility of presenting stage shows, the Plaza eventually hosted popular traveling shows and movies, becoming a fixture in the lives of theatergoers for generations to come.
Getting Around
Downtown Public Art Bike Tour One way to discover El Paso and enjoy the great outdoors is on a bicycle! The celebrated Downtown Public Art Bike Art Tour includes it all: architecture, history, culture, and good times
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Downtown El Paso
201 E Main StDowntown Public Art Bike Tour One way to discover El Paso and enjoy the great outdoors is on a bicycle! The celebrated Downtown Public Art Bike Art Tour includes it all: architecture, history, culture, and good times