Precious water from infrequent rains "stored" in natural rock basins; for centuries a strategic travel stop in this arid region. Ancient Indian pictographs, plus names of '49
El Paso, TX Historic SitesScenic Drive traces a winding course on southern flank of Mount Franklin above downtown El Paso, with view of Juárez across the river. Reached from Richmond St. on the east, from Rim Rd. on the west. El Paso is "V"
El Paso, TX Scenic DrivesGuided tours of homestead built in 1875 as replica of earlier home destroyed in 1868 flood. Was political and social center of Magoffinsville community (later named El Paso). Walls average 2 1/2 feet thick; timber cut in Sacramento Mountains of New Mexico, 80
El Paso, TX Historic SitesEl Paso Science Center-Features educational, hands-on exhibits about science and technology:
El Paso, TX MuseumsGusher blew in more than half-century ago, remains one of largest producing oil wells in North America. Tremendous jet of oil...
Established in 1682 as mission for Piros, Thanos, and Jemes Indians. Originally located about 12 leagues from Guadalupe Missi...
Dioramas depict ancient Indian tribes of the Southwest, their survival in the desert, and life to a changing environment. Als...
Multimillion-dollar Kress Collection and Gilbert Stuart portrait of George Washington; frequent exhibits of classical and con...
Numerous remote and primitive campsites available, as well as miles of trails and roads for hiking, mountain biking (non-moto...