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Summary: Follow the main trail up. 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. Continue down the east side to the next junction at 2.2 miles. The sign shows the Tin Mines to the north. Pass the signs, continue ahead, follow the trail to the left and downhill. East Cottonwood Spring is on your right. At 3.86 miles you arrive at the south tin mines. At 4.0 miles you arrive at a T intersection. The north tin mine is straight ahead if you wish to explore it. Turn right and continue downhill to the hike end. 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:31.91678 Lon:-106.50925) Trail Guides for FMSP - Trans-Franklin Mountains North: Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, 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 55 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Connie on 5/7/2006 This was a pleasant hike in early May. Temperatures were in the low 70s with a refreshing breeze, especially on top. I would not hike this trail on a hot day due to the exposure. It took me three hours to comlete. The trail starts out rocky and steep, like a railroad bed. It switchbacks up to Mundy's Gap, a perfect place to rest and enjoy the valley views toward the east. The trails continue on an old jepp trail from here on. At first it's confusing as the trail dips down a bit before switchbacking some more and becoming even steeper. You have a pretty view of El Paso-Juarez although the smog may curtail the enjoyment. El Paso sure does look green from above! On my way down I came across a Collared Lizard on the trail. 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 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
