Bear Canyon Trail
Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Culberson County, TX
Out-and-back trail in Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Culberson County, TX. Hiking.
- Distance
- 3.6 mi (5.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,765 ft (538 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 5 min
- High point
- 7,949 ft (2,423 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Bear Canyon Trail
How long is Bear Canyon Trail?
Bear Canyon Trail is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 5 min. It climbs 1,765 ft (538 m) in total, up to a high point of 7,949 ft (2,423 m).
How hard is Bear Canyon Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Bear Canyon Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (12% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Bear Canyon Trail?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Bear Canyon Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Bear Canyon Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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