The Wyler Aerial Tramway State Park, located within the Franklin Mountains, features an aerial cabl The view of El Paso, to the east, is magnificent.
Driving the paved road that snakes up the east side of the Franklin Mountains from the intersection of McKinley and Alabama streets is half the fun. The visitor arrives at a parking area that sits at an elevation of 4,692 feet. Here visitors can admire the beauty of cacti gardens or watch the tramway gondolas take off. Visitors can purchase tickets at the tramway station to ride a gondola that wil
Bark Scorpion Fun Facts
Did you know that scorpions glow under UV light? 🦂
06/05/2026
Don't wait, sign up for week 2!
June session 1 of Desert Discovery Camp is FULL!!! 🚨 BUT we still have space in session 2 (June 15-19) for 11-14 year olds to explore and learn about the Chihuahuan Desert through guided hikes, STEAM projects, and outdoor skills! Email [email protected] to ensure we receive your registration in time! More info available on our website, link in LinkTree 😊
06/05/2026
“Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, So… get on your way!” Dr. Seuss
06/03/2026
Did you know that western diamondback rattlesnakes give birth to live young? 🐍
Unlike other snakes that lay eggs, western diamondbacks retain the fertilized eggs inside their bodies until hatching time.
📸Ranger Diana
05/29/2026
“Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations.” Unknown
📸Rocio P
05/27/2026
Who said the desert does not have colors?!
Look not only at the flower in this rainbow cactus but also at its bright red and white bands.
📸Ranger Diana
05/22/2026
"To see a world in a grain of sand and a heaven in a wildflower" William Blake
📸Rocio P
05/20/2026
It is that time of the year!
Watch where you step, stay on the designated trails, and if you encounter one of these beauties make sure to observe and take your photos from a distance.
Wildlife like snakes are not out to get us, they belong in our desert and play important roles in the ecosystem.
05/15/2026
“For most of history, man has had to fight nature to survive; in this century he is beginning to realize that, in order to survive, he must protect it.” Jacques-Yves Cousteau
📸Diana M