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El Paso offers a multitude of recreational options for those seeking adventures and thrills. From breathtaking desert vistas to the crisp environs of New Mexico's timbered mountains, the El Paso area offers it all. Amigo Airsho Held at Biggs Army Airfield in October, this air show is nationally recognized as one of the best. Military and civilian aircraft, static displays, live entertainment, and performances by world renowned flying teams make the airshow a highly anticipated event each year. For more information contact 915-562-6446. Chamizal National Memorial The memorial was established in recognition of the amicable resolution of a dispute between the United States and Mexico over this section of the borderland in 1963. Included are a 55-acre park, a museum, the Los Paisanos Gallery, an outdoor amphitheater, and a 500-seat theater. Several festivals are held each year which reflect the theme of the memorial at 800 S. San Marcial St. Call 915-532-7273. El Paso Holocaust Museum and Study Center This museum chronicles the events of the Nazi Holocaust in Europe. In an effort to combat prejudice and bigotry through education, the museum houses artifacts, documents, videotapes and items retrieved from the ghettos, killing fields, and concentration camps in Europe. The museum schedules speakers each year. Past speakers include Mikhail Gorbachev and Henry Kissinger. Please call 915-351-0048 for more information. El Paso Museum of Art In its new downtown location adjacent to the Arts Festival Plaza, the museum is home of the famous Kress Collection. In addition, the museum includes the Tom Lea Gallery, the DeWetter Gallery and the Contemporary Gallery, which features changing exhibits throughout the year. An amphitheater, library and classrooms are also housed in the facility. Call 915-532-1707. El Paso Symphony Orchestra The El Paso Symphony Orchestra is a popular attraction every year. The talented members of the orchestra, the fabulous guest artists, and the superb musical direction of Maestro Gürer Aykal make the concert season a must-see. Call 915-532-3776. Franklin Mountains State Park The Franklin Mountains State Park lies on Transmountain Road, a route that cuts through the mountain range and connects northeast El Paso with the northwest part of the city. There are many places to stop and enjoy the desert vista, and trails make it ideal for hiking and picnicking. Hueco Tanks State Park This area derives its name from the huge basin-shaped rocks that catch and hold rain. The park features cave paintings that date back as far as 1500 B.C., world-class rock climbing, hiking, picnicking and camping. It is located twenty miles east of El Paso on Highway 62. Call 915-857-1135. Indian Cliffs Ranch At this landmark situated on El Paso's eastern frontier, you can see Texas longhorns, buffalo, deer, Belgian team horses and many other animals. There's also an Indian maze, movie sets, the Fort Apache Playground and free hayrides on Sunday, and the world famous Cattlemen's Steakhouse. Admission is free for restaurant guests. Located 35 minutes from downtown, I-10 East Exit 49. Call 915-544-3200. Insights Museum A world of hands-on learning experiences where more than 80 hands-on science and technology exhibits offer fun and facts for all ages. Located in the downtown El Paso. Call 915-542-2990. Juárez, Mexico Located just across the border, the Old City Market in downtown Juárez, the nearby Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Mission, and the Cuauhtemoc Market attract tourists from El Paso each year. The history of the city is illustrated in the old churches and missions, and the Museo Archaelogico provides other links to past. Restaurants and shops abound in the city to match any taste. Trolley tours are available from El Paso and depart regularly from the Civic Center. Call 915-544-0062. The Mission Trail Follow in the footsteps of Don Juan de Oñate. Among the oldest roads in the country, the Mission Trail is rooted in history dating back more than 400 years. There are three missions to visit, including the oldest building in Texas. Brut Sun Bowl At high noon on New Year's Eve, El Paso proudly hosts the Brut Sun Bowl. First played in 1935, this post-season classic pits two nationally acclaimed NCAA Division I football teams in a head-to-head classic college football competition. Over the years many football legends have played or coached in the game, including Tony Dorsett, Merlin Olsen, Burt Reynolds, Johnny Majors and Barry Sanders. Parque Chamizal, Juárez Located directly across the Rio Grande from El Paso's Chamizal National Monument, this park sits atop the portion of land ceded to Mexico in the boundary settlement of 1963. Gardens, a statuary, and several architectural attractions can be found at the park. Sunland Park Casino and Racetrack Located in Sunland Park, New Mexico (adjacent to the west side of El Paso), this racetrack offers the thrill of horse racing and para-mutual betting in addition to casino gambling. Call 505-877-5200. Tigua Indian Cultural Center Observe the cultural traditions of the Tigua Indian Tribe at the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo. Witness ancient Tigua chants and dances on the plaza and visit the museum and relive more than 350 years of pueblo history. A gift shop and the Cique Restaurant are also located on the premises just three quarters of a mile from the historic Ysleta Mission at 9430 Socorro Road. Call 915-859-7700. World Championship Rodeo During the first full week of November each year, cowboys and cowgirls from as far as Australia, Mexico and Canada join America's finest at the Coliseum for the competition. --Return to Top of Page-- Aguirre Springs Located about 45 minutes from El Paso, just over the Organ Mountains near Las Cruces, New Mexico, this park features streams that run year-round and shade trees located along hiking trails. Camping and picnic sites are available. Alamogordo, New Mexico Alamogordo is home to the International Space Hall of Fame and Alamogordo Space Center. The city's economy thrives on high tech testing, stealth jets, military research and missile testing. The city, located about two hours northwest of El Paso, is close to the White Sands Missile Range and the White Sands National Monument. Carlsbad Caverns This natural limestone cave is located approximately three hours east of El Paso on Highway 80, and also happens to be the eighth Wonder of the World. One of the earth's largest network of underground caverns, its rooms are exciting to explore on self-guided tours or on the more adventurous and challenging park ranger-guided tours. Call 505-785-2232 for more information. Elephant Butte Lake State Park This state park is located two hours northwest of El Paso on I-25. The Elephant Butte Reservoir is 43 miles long and offers boat and jet-ski rentals for relief from the hot summer sun. Camping and RV sites are available near the lake in addition to motel accommodations in nearby Truth or Consequences. Call 505-744-5421 for more information. Gila National Forest This attraction is located two-and-a-half hours northeast of El Paso, off I-25. Covering 3.3 million acres, this area is the largest national forest in New Mexico and contains hundreds of miles of streams, some 20 campgrounds, and more than 1,500 hiking trails. For more information call 505-388-8201. Guadalupe Mountains National Park Approximately two-and-a-half hours east of El Paso on Highway 80, this national park features the highest mountain peak in Texas. Guadalupe Mountains National Park also includes a hot, dry region in the low desert areas and green forested landscapes with cooler temperatures. Visitors can take advantage of the grand views, dramatic land scapes, and historic sites such as the Butterfield Stage Trail and Sitting Bull Falls. Hiking and camping are permitted. For more information call 915-828-3251. Old Mesilla Only 45 minutes away from El Paso, this historic community has a distinctive New Mexico feel through the surrounding fields of cotton, chile, pecan tree groves, and vineyards. Once a stop on the old Butterfield Trail and home to Billy the Kid and other notorious characters, it is now host to eateries and shopping featuring a blend of Native American, New Mexican and Spanish influences. |
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