Franklin Mountains State Park
Franklin Mountains State Park is a Texas state park in El Paso, Texas, that protects the Franklin Mountains. Park headquarters are located at an elevation of 5,426 feet (1,654 m) with the highest peak, North Franklin Mountain, reaching 7,192 feet (2,192 m). It is one of the largest urban parks in the nation lying completely within city limits, covering 24,247.56 acres (9,813 ha). Franklin Mountains State Park is open year-round for recreational hiking, mountain biking, picnicking and scenic driving and vistas.
| Franklin Mountains State Park | |
|---|---|
Franklin Mountains Franklin Mountains | |
| Nearest city | El Paso |
| Coordinates | 31°53′01″N 106°30′08″W |
| Length | 23 mi (37 km) |
| Width | 3 mi (4.8 km) |
| Area | 24,247 acres (98.12 km2) |
| Elevation | 5,426 ft (1,654 m) |
| Designated | 1987 |
| Named for | Benjamin Franklin Coons |
| Visitors | 78,043 (in 2022) |
| Administrator | Texas Parks and Wildlife |
| Website | TPWD website |
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