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A nice trail with spectacular views of the Chihuahuan Desert and Davis Mountains.


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1.4

Miles

2.2

KM

87%

Runnable

5,504' 1,678 m

High

5,007' 1,526 m

Low

15' 5 m

Up

512' 156 m

Down

7%

Avg Grade (4°)

20%

Max Grade (11°)

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Features Geological Significance · Views · Wildlife

Park entrance fee or Texas State Park Pass required for entry.

Need to Know

Bring plenty of water and sunscreen is highly recommended, regardless of the time of year.

Runner Notes

Suitable for trail running. Switchbacks are very steep. Lots of rocks on the trail.

Description

The trail starts at the parking area at the top of Skyline Drive in Davis Mountains State Park. The State Park Connecting Trail is located on the opposite side of the parking lot. Continue along the the ridge line for outstanding views of the desert. There are a steep series of switchbacks down the side of the mountain, which gives way to a riparian canyon area. Continue on along the dry creek bed (may have seasonal water) to the parking lot off the main park road.

Flora & Fauna

Typical West Texas and Chihuahuan Desert flora and fauna can be found here. Yucca and cacti can be found on the ridge line, and oak trees can be found in the riparian canyon and along the dry creek bed.

Contacts

Shared By:

Richard White

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#354

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#16,140

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Desert View
Jul 8, 2021 near Fort Davis, TX
Mountain View
Jul 8, 2021 near Fort Davis, TX
Desert View
Jul 8, 2021 near Fort Davis, TX
McDonald Observatory View.
Jul 8, 2021 near Fort Davis, TX
Mesa View
Jul 8, 2021 near Fort Davis, TX
Desert View
Jul 8, 2021 near Fort Davis, TX

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