McKittrick Canyon
Pine Springs, TX
A desert canyon with a spring-fed stream and bigtooth maples that turn red in late October and early November. The gate on US-62/180 opens only in daytime hours, and the trail to Pratt Cabin is about 7.6 km round trip.
- Nearest town
- Pine Springs, TX
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 31.9780, -104.7519
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, May, September and December. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Dog Canyon CampgroundCampsite5 mi from McKittrick Canyon
- Tejas Backcountry CampgroundCampsite6 mi from McKittrick CanyonTents
- Pine Springs CampgroundCampsite7 mi from McKittrick CanyonTents
- Pine Springs CampgroundCampsite7 mi from McKittrick Canyon · 13 pitchesCaravans
- Guadalupe Peak CampgroundCampsite8 mi from McKittrick CanyonTents
- Sunset ReefCampsite22 mi from McKittrick CanyonToilets
All campsites in Texas · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is McKittrick Canyon?
McKittrick Canyon is in Pine Springs, TX, at GPS 31.9780, -104.7519. It is about 7 mi from Guadalupe Mountains National Park.
Can you camp near McKittrick Canyon?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Dog Canyon Campground, about 5 mi away; within 25 mi there are 8 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass McKittrick Canyon?
McKittrick Canyon is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Guadalupe Mountains: from El Paso to the top of Texas.
What is there to see near McKittrick Canyon?
Places worth a stop nearby: Frijole Ranch (6 mi), Guadalupe Peak Trail (Pine Springs) (7 mi), Carlsbad Caverns National Park (16 mi) and Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site (76 mi).
When is the best time to visit McKittrick Canyon?
The most pleasant months are usually April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, May, September and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)