Franklin Mountains State Park
Texas State Park · El Paso County
Franklin Mountains State Park entrance fee
$5 per adult
Franklin Mountains State Park hours
Office:
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Gate:
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
From the first Saturday in April to the first Saturday in September, gate hours on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays are 6:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Hours as published by TPWD. Check the official page before a long drive.
About Franklin Mountains State Park
High desert peaks, rugged rock climbing walls, and miles of challenging trails overlooking the El Paso valley. Hike or mountain bike across desert ridges to catch spectacular sunset views, or camp under the stars.
Things to do
- 🥾 Hiking
- 🚲 Biking
Amenities & facilities
- 🏕️ Campsites
- 👥 Group Sites
- 🌿 Nature Center
- ♿ Accessible Facilities
RV / campsite hookups
- ⛺ Primitive / No Hookups
Camping options
- Primitive Campsites (Drive-up)
- Primitive Campsites (Walk-in)
- Group Camps (20 Persons)
- Group Camp (30 Persons)
Facility rentals
Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.
- Interpretive Building
Contact
Phone915-444-9100
AddressHeadquarters: Tom Mays Unit, 2900 Tom Mays Access Rd., El Paso, TX 79911
🎒 Gear up for Franklin Mountains State Park
Popular gear for what this park offers:
- Tents
- Hiking boots
- Bike helmets
- Bug spray
- Coolers
- Sleeping bags
- Camp chairs
- Camp stoves
- Lanterns
- Daypacks
- Trekking poles
- Bike lights
- Sunscreen
- First aid kit
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