• Frijole Ranch Museum - Travel back in time at the Frijole Ranch Museum, where visitors can delve into the rich history of early agriculture and ranching in the Guadalupe Mountains. Founded in the late 1800s, this historic location includes original structures, such as the ranch house, now serving as a museum. Uncover the tales of the Rader brothers, the Smith family orchard, and the area’s Native American heritage. Encircled by breathtaking desert scenery, it offers a tranquil spot to appreciate the region’s beauty. The museum operates seasonally, contingent on volunteer availability.
• Guadalupe Peak Trailhead - The Guadalupe Peak Trail presents a demanding 8.4-mile trek, ascending approximately 3,000 feet. The trail showcases varied landscapes, from desert to pine forests, culminating in breathtaking panoramic views from Texas’s highest point. This renowned trail is essential for enthusiastic hikers seeking adventure and magnificent vistas. Ensure to wear sturdy boots, carry ample water, and start early to avoid the heat.
• Manzanita Spring - Manzanita Spring is a concealed desert oasis, offering a rare sight of water in the dry landscape. Situated near the Pine Springs area, this spring is a crucial water source for wildlife and provides a serene spot to relax and admire the park’s natural beauty. Surrounded by the rugged Guadalupe Mountains terrain, it’s a peaceful stop to appreciate the fragile desert ecosystem.
• McKittrick Canyon Nature Trail - Enter a picturesque oasis on the McKittrick Canyon Trail, renowned for its autumn foliage and desert scenery. The entire trail extends over 21 miles round-trip; however, visitors can opt for the 4.8-mile round-trip hike to the historic Pratt Cabin. Along the journey, enjoy vibrant desert flora, streams, and cliffs. For a more extended challenge, continue to the Grotto or The Notch, but Pratt Cabin remains the highlight. Ensure to return before evening, as the canyon gate closes.
• Salt Flat - The Salt Flats of Guadalupe Mountains National Park present a striking landscape of stark white gypsum, creating an otherworldly scene. These expansive, dry flats are remnants of ancient seas and offer visitors a surreal, tranquil experience. It’s a photographer’s paradise, with stunning views and a chance to witness the raw beauty of nature’s desert terrain. Be sure to take in the breathtaking scenery, as the wind sculpts these salt deposits into unique patterns over time.
• Smith Spring Trail - Enjoy a refreshing hike on the Smith Spring Trail, a 2.3-mile loop that guides visitors through a lush desert oasis. This easy-to-moderate trail offers stunning views of the park’s unique landscape, with the highlight being the spring-fed oasis. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy the desert’s unexpected beauty, observe wildlife, and soak in the peaceful surroundings.

• Support: Toll free phone, chat and email
• Audio Tour: 115+ Points
• Easy To Use: Pre-download and tour offline
• Trip Planners: In-app, web and PDF
• Location Based: Stories, tips & directions that autoplay
• One-Time Purchase: No time or date use limit or expiry
• Flexible Routes: Suggested itineraries or create your own

• Entry Fees, National Park Passes, Reservations

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided driving audio tour of Guadalupe Mountains National Park to discover expansive desert vistas, rugged mountains, and tranquil oases. Explore historical landmarks such as Frijole Ranch and the Pinery Butterfield Stage Station Ruins. Embark on scenic hikes like the Guadalupe Peak Trail and McKittrick Canyon Trail, or enjoy a relaxing stroll on the Smith Spring Trail.

Experience captivating stories about the park’s rich history, geology, and wildlife, all while driving at your own pace.

Relish the freedom to explore offline at your leisure, spending more time at sites that captivate you and skipping those that don’t.

Stories, tips, and directions automatically play based on your location
Travel at your own pace
Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi required
Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day adventures
No time limits or expiration, with free updates
It’s like having a tour guide along for the ride

Purchase one tour per vehicle.

• How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time.
• Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account.
• Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under ‘My Tours’ over WiFi or cellular data.
• Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour.
• Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips.
• Flexible Travel Date: Tours are a one-time purchase with no expiry or date/time limit. If your plans change to a different day, there’s no need to change your travel date.
• Tour at Your Leisure: With GuideAlong, you control the pace. Start, stop, and resume the tour any day, anytime, adapting it to your schedule.
• Driving Tours: Group Savings: One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle, making it a cost-effective way to explore.
• Works Offline: No internet or cell service is required once the audio tour is downloaded to your phone, so you can relax and tour offline.
• Bring A Charger: Pack a USB/C car charger for charging and easy sound connectivity, and make sure your device is fully charged.
• Technical Support: The GuideAlong support team is available daily by toll-free phone, online chat, and email.
• The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.