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Texas Road Trip Guide to El Paso

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Discover the American Southwest

For Southeast Texas families, road trips give us a chance to get out of the piney woods and to explore the diversity of our great nation. 

In this edition, we are going to Go West. 

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Guide for Families Visiting El Paso

Activities and Entertainment in El Paso

Hueco Tanks

Hueco Tanks cave paintings, to do El Paso, West Texas road trip guide,One of the beautiful things about the American Southwest is the opportunity to get a feel for what the nation was like before Europeans arrived.

People need water. Our nomadic Native Americans knew where to find it. At Hueco Tanks, rainwater pools in rock basins. For hundreds of years, the area has been important to Native Americans and more recent arrivals. 

It is an accessible place to see 1000 year old Native American cliff drawings (pictographs / rock art).

The area is also popular with climbers, hikers, stargazers, and bird watchers.

Hueco Tanks cave paintings, to do El Paso, West Texas road trip guide,Hueco Tanks State Historic Site

6900 Hueco Tanks Rd, El Paso,

Hueco Tank Guided tour: You must book tours a minimum of one week in advance by calling (915) 849-6684

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Hueco Tank Self-guided visit: We issue permits for 70 people to access the North Mountain area each day. To make sure you get in, reserve permits up to 90 days before your visit by calling (512) 389-8911

Only a limited number of entries to Hueco Tanks are available each day. Call ahead before you drive out.

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Franklin Mountains State Park

Franklin Mountains, activities El Paso, scenic views near Hueco Tanks,Enjoy beautiful scenery and over 100 miles of hiking and biking trails. 

Don’t miss the Apache Cave Trail. 

This is the desert – bring plenty of water.

Would you like to stay overnight? The stargazing is amazing. There are fourteen tent sites and five RV sites with hookups. Reservations recommended.

Southeast Texas Family Magazine Tip: Great views abound throughout the park, don’t miss the Wyler Aerial Tramway. tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/wyler-aerial-tramway. You’ll enjoy views of the mountains and desert from your cable car. 

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Franklin Mountains State Park

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2900 Tom Mays Access Road

(915) 444-9100

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El Paso Scenic Drive and Overlook

El Paso restaurant recommendations, best breakfast El Paso, dining options El PasoThis drive is special. On one side of the road you’ll see historic homes built by El Paso’s original elite decades ago. On the other side, you have a tremendous view through El Paso all the way into Juarez, Mexico. 

Follow Rim Road until it becomes Scenic Drive. The road runs along the edge of the David Mountains. Gorgeous.

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A great scenic overlook really enhances a visit. El Paso has a number of them that look amazing day or night.

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El Paso Restaurant Recommendations

Best Breakfast in El Paso? Village Inn – Diner Style Favorites with Friendly Service

El Paso restaurant recommendations, best breakfast El Paso, dining options El PasoVillage Inn Breakfast so good, it is served all day

Highlights include:

  • Half pound chicken fried steak and eggs
  • Biscuits and Gravy with Eggs
  • Three Egg Omelettes
  • Buttermilk Pancake Combo

Village Inn Restaurant El Paso

They do have other locations available – visit their website for details.

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Lunch or Weekend Brunch in El Paso. L and J Cafe. Mexican Restaurant

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  • Mole Enchiladas
  • Chile Relleno Plate
  • Entomatadas

L and J Cafe – Border Style Mexican Favorites in El Paso

  • 3622 East Missouri Avenue
  • El Paso TX
  • (915) 566-8418
  • LandJCafe.com

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Evening Dining in El Paso: State Line Restaurant. Barbecue

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  • Brisket and Beef Rib Plate
  • Sides – better than most BBQ restaurants.
  • Sausage

County Line Restaurant

1222 Sunland Park in El Paso

915-581-3371

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El Paso restaurant recommendations, best breakfast El Paso, dining options El Paso

Unique El Paso Lodging: Gleatherland

yurt El Paso, RV Park Hueco Tanks, lodging Franklin Mountains,Often on road trips, we end up staying in a not terribly exciting hotel until we can wake up and drive to the area we came to see. 

Whenever possible, we look for immersive experiences where the lodging is tucked into the attraction.

We hope Hueco Tanks will be part of your El Paso experience. If it is, consider staying at Gleatherland. In a way, it brings together and celebrates different nomadic cultures. 

The original Nomads at Hueco Tanks were the Native Americans, including the Tigua and the Apaches. Today’s nomads travel with pop up tents and RVs. 

yurt El Paso, RV Park Hueco Tanks, lodging Franklin Mountains,Gleatherland does offer tent camping and RV hook ups, but what I like best is their unique rentals. My favorite are the yurts, contemporary takes on the lodging used by nomads in Mongolia. These are based on primitive shelters, but they have a lot of conveniences demanded by today’s vacationers including WiFi, electricity, heat, kitchen facilities, refrigerator, pots, pans, dishes, coffee maker, and a sink with running water. Sheets, pillows, and towels are provided. Additional bedding can be provided for a small fee. 

yurt El Paso, RV Park Hueco Tanks, lodging Franklin Mountains,Okay, the “bad” news is that you’ll be using porta potties and a coin operated showers. I know, not cool. 

The flip side is that you’ll be right in the nature of the West Texas deserts and mountains. You’ll be able to see Hueco Tanks from your yurt, travel trailer, or tent. 

If you are ready to trade a couple of modern conveniences for natural beauty, Gleatherland is a great way to experience the natural beauty around Hueco Tanks and El Paso

Gleatherland – Yurts and Vintage Travel Trailers. Nomadic Lodging in El Paso

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We hope you have enjoyed this edition of the Texas Road Trip Guide.

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Stay tuned for more road trip inspiration. In the upcoming months, we’ll have information on visiting New Mexico, Arizona, and Colorado.

You can get more out of your road trips across the USA. We’re here to help.

Southeast Texas Family Magazine

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Daryl Fant

Daryl Fant is the publisher of SETX Family. The magazine is an extension of their resources for Southeast Texas families and businesses. Their publications, under the SETX Advertising Umbrella, include SETX Church Guide, SETX Weddings, SETX Seniors, SETX Commercial Real Estate, and EatDrinkSETX.com.

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