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Summary: Follow the main trail. At 0.58 miles there is a junction. Follow the main trail left. At 1.22 miles there is a wooden bridge. At 1.68 miles you arrive at Mundys Gap. Trailhead: From the junction of I-10 and Trans-Mountain road, go east on Trans-Mountain road 3.8 miles. Turn left at the park entrance. Stop and pay the park fee at the gate, or proceed to the ranger booth as the signs direct. Once past the ranger booth, proceed into the park and turn right at the first paved road going right. Follow the paved road to the parking lot at the top. The large wooden sign board is the trailhead. (Lat:31.91683 Lon:-106.50942) Trail Guides for FMSP - Mundys Gap: Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Horses, Ranger Contact: Texas Parks and Wildlife, Franklin Mountain State Park. (915) 566-6441 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Michael P. Olbrisch, who has posted 54 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Kristina on 3/14/2008 We really enjoyed this hike. The view from crossing over the mountain gap is beautiful! If you continue on down the trail after crossing over you can follow the trail to the tin mines or take the trail to the Franklin Mountain Peak. The last 1/2 mile or so up to the crossover is more difficult, but doable. The view is worth the effort!
Reviewed by Steven on 4/9/2007 The bridge has been completely removed. In February of 2007 P&W rolled through with a bulldozer and completely cleared this path of rock debris all the way to the tin mine/peak fork. The bridge area has been filled in. The only way you could ever tell a bridge ever existed there is a bit of debris that was left from the slide. This is a very popular trail in the park.
Reviewed by Jim on 11/1/2006 10-31-2006; this part of trail suffered erosion damage from rains but basically passable. The wooden bridge was badly damaged and is challenging to cross. Hope Parks & Wildlife guys will do some serious maintenance. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Texas Hiking, Texas Trails, Texas Hikes, El Paso County Hiking, El Paso County Trails, El Paso County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||