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Guadalupe Mountains National Park
About The Tour
Explore the desert wilderness of the Guadalupe Mountains in one of America’s least-known national parks. Hiking trails cross through multiple ecosystems, offering a surprising diversity of plant and animal life.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Begin at Pine Springs Visitor Center for maps, info, and trail access.
• Visit Frijole Ranch to see historic buildings and learn pioneer history.
• Hike McKittrick Canyon for colorful leaves, cliffs, and flowing streams.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Begin at Pine Springs Visitor Center for maps, info, and trail access.
• Visit Frijole Ranch to see historic buildings and learn pioneer history.
• Hike McKittrick Canyon for colorful leaves, cliffs, and flowing streams.
About the tour
Explore the desert wilderness of the Guadalupe Mountains in one of America’s least-known national parks. Hiking trails cross through multiple ecosystems, offering a surprising diversity of plant and animal life.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Begin at Pine Springs Visitor Center for maps, info, and trail access.
• Visit Frijole Ranch to see historic buildings and learn pioneer history.
• Hike McKittrick Canyon for colorful leaves, cliffs, and flowing streams.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Begin at Pine Springs Visitor Center for maps, info, and trail access.
• Visit Frijole Ranch to see historic buildings and learn pioneer history.
• Hike McKittrick Canyon for colorful leaves, cliffs, and flowing streams.
STARTING POINTS
-Cornudas-Van Horn
-Whites City
RECOMMENDED START TIME: Before 8:00 a.m.
OUR SHAKA PROMISE
• Reliable customer support
• Tours crafted by real people
• Satisfaction guaranteed
• Tours never expire
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Guadalupe Mountains National Park Stops
Things to do on the Tour Include:
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Pine Springs Visitor Center
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Pine Springs Trailhead
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Butterfield Station Ruins
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Frijole Ranch
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McKittrick Canyon Trailhead
Meet the Creators
Moose Warywoda
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Creators behind the Guadalupe Mountains National Park
Moose Warywoda
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Rita Fowers
Writer/Editor
Favorite Quote:
"What man actually needs is not a tensionless state but rather the striving and struggling for some goal worthy of him." - Viktor Frankl
Matt Caracciolo
Writer & Editor
Favorite Quote:
"All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us." --J.R.R. Tolkien
Adam Kampe
Producer
Favorite Quote:
"Don't Think Twice, It's Alright." - Bob Dylan
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Guadalupe Mountains National Park FAQS
Information
Conditions can change fast. Please check these links for closures, alerts and local conditions before your trip. Stay informed so you can ensure a smooth ride for your trip.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions:
- More than a map and directions — your tour, fully guided
- Audio storytelling that plays as you drive
- Music and immersive sound to upgrade your drive
- Human-created, professionally narrated tours
- Pre-planned route with turn-by-turn directions
- Itinerary mapped out with must-see stops
- Expert travel tips
- Offline access – works without data or wifi
- Flexible, self-paced experience
- One purchase per vehicle (not per person)
- Lifetime access (tours never expire)
- Reliable customer support
Exclusions:
- Private transportation (use your own or rental vehicle)
- Meals
- Attraction admission or park entrance fees
- Parking fees
- Live tour guide or in-person services
- Trip planning or booking services
- Fully customizable navigation like Google or Apple Maps
- On-demand route planning or custom directions
- Open-ended navigation tools
Tour FAQs
1. Where does the Guadalupe Mountains National Park Tour go?
This tour has 6 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, here’s What You Need To Know Before You Go
2. What should I pack for the Guadalupe Mountains National Park Tour?
Canteen/refillable water bottle
gallon of water per person, per day
Cooler
Hiking shoes and clothes
Sunscreen
Hat
First Aid Kit
Bug spray
Salty snacks/fruits/nuts
Phone charger/mount
gallon of water per person, per day
Cooler
Hiking shoes and clothes
Sunscreen
Hat
First Aid Kit
Bug spray
Salty snacks/fruits/nuts
Phone charger/mount
3. What should I budget for the Guadalupe Mountains National Park Tour?
Entry is $10 per person aged 16 and over. Purchase your day pass at the visitor center, or at any of the kiosks by trailheads.
4. What are the park hours for the Guadalupe Mountains National Park Tour?
The tour stops have seasonal hours of operation. The site’s facilities and restaurants also have varying hours of operation.
Pine Springs Visitor Center: 8 am - 4 pm Daily
Frijole Ranch: Dusk to Dawn
McKittrick Canyon Trailhead: 8 am - 5 pm daily
Pine Springs Visitor Center: 8 am - 4 pm Daily
Frijole Ranch: Dusk to Dawn
McKittrick Canyon Trailhead: 8 am - 5 pm daily
5. Can I join the Guadalupe Mountains National Park Tour along the route?
If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.
6. Can I take the Guadalupe Mountains National Park Tour in the opposite direction?
The tour goes east to west, and west to east.
7. How is Shaka Guide Different from Other Navigation Apps?
Shaka Guide isn’t just about getting from point A to point B — it’s like having a tour guide in your car, sharing stories and local insights as you drive. Unlike other navigation apps, we’ve planned the route for you, so instead of focusing on directions, you can focus on the experience. This means you can’t customize the route, but that’s kind of the point. You’re still in control though, you can skip stops, go at your own pace, and explore freely. It’s not just about getting there; it’s about enjoying the journey.
8. Other Questions? Contact us!
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here’s how it works:
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.