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Franklin Mountains State Park is located in El Paso, Texas. Park headquarters are located at an elevation of 5,426 feet (1,654 m) with the highest peak reaching 7,192 feet (2,192 m). It is the largest urban park in the nation lying completely within city limits.
Franklin Mountains State Park is open year-round for recreational hiking, mountain biking, picnicking and scenic driving and vistas. Two hiking trails can be accessed from Woodrow Bean Transmountain Drive. Rock climbing is permitted in the park and well established climbing areas are located in McKelligon Canyon. Five camping areas are found in the Tom Mays Unit of the park with picnic facilities.
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Interpretive Guide of Franklin Mountains State Park (SP) in Texas. Published by Texas Parks & Wildlife.
Park Map of the Tom Mays Unit at Franklin Mountains State Park (SP) in Texas. Published by Texas Parks & Wildlife.
Junior Ranger Program for Franklin Mountains State Park (SP) in Texas. Published by Texas Parks & Wildlife.
Programa de Junior Ranger for Franklin Mountains State Park (SP) in Texas. Published by Texas Parks & Wildlife.
Official Texas State Parks Guide. Published by Texas Parks & Wildlife.
Official Texas State Parks Guide (español). Published by Texas Parks & Wildlife.