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[trymnp]

On the way to the B-36D Bomber Crash Site, got lost. Flew my drone over a mile out to take a look at this peak. Got back on track. What a day. #elpasotx #texas #franklinmountains #hike #hiking https://www.instagram.com/p/CW1EO2oD0BU/?utm_medium=tumblr

[cherrykisses01]

⛰ #elpaso #franklinmountains #mckelligoncanyon (at Franklin Mountains State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzlOgtyBiksd9sO8uTkArD78nmld-LhZaM2NBY0/?igshid=fck777ffih0w

[andrewsol]

C a c t i F r a c t a l s ... Happy Full Moon everyone! 🌝🌙✨ Many blessings to you in this last month of the year 2017! I will be posting many new shoots in the coming weeks, namaste! 🌝✌🏼🕉 For more info on fractals, go to fractals.org to be mind blown! 😂🌵🌙✨ . . . #ElPaso #ElPasoPhotography #ElPasoPhotographer #LaFrontera #EPTX #Cacti #Cactus #Southwest #ChihuahuaDesert #ChihuahuanDesert #Desert #FranklinMountains (at El Paso, Texas)

[mike-jacque-c-the-world]

03/10/21 - Franklin Mountains State Park, TX - PARKING SPOT - We love this State Park up in the Franklins high above El Paso. The campsites here are far apart and as seen in this pic, give the appearance of being built right into the undulating landscape. All in all, this was a great parking spot if you like being out in nature and total darkness at night.

[dreamketchers]

We spent the last several days at the Fort Bliss RV Park in El Paso Texas. We checked out many of their breweries and restaurants. We recommend Old Sheepdog Brewery, Craft Rhythm and Brews, and El Paso Brewery. For food you must try Little Shack tacos, L&J Cafe, Kikis, and Rosco's Burger Inn. We took the Jeep off roading at San Felipe Park and and had a great steak dinner at Cattleman's at Indian Cliff's. We had fun exploring the area, but we also stocked up on supplies and finished laundry. . #elpaso #franklinmountains #fortbliss #texasbrewries #elpasofood #jeep #exploremore #ontheroad #traveltexas #inthemiddle #rvliving #outdoorlife #fulltimerv #alwaysanadventure #boondoocking #homeiswhereyouparkit (at El Paso, Texas) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLCgBGqheOp/?igshid=6v8zxnygmk4f

[vincenovoa-blog]

We spent Sunday on a late birthday hike up the Thousands Steps Trail. The loop is about 5 miles with an elevation gain of well over 1000ft. It was great to spend time outdoors again. #sonyxperia #xperia1ii #sonyphotography #elpaso #franklinmountains (at Thousand Steps Trail) https://www.instagram.com/p/CE2FqzyJSp2YSWboZBwqRjoxzPz7ra1PZpE7rM0/?igshid=18se1jth5wm46

[markpauldaphotography]

The Changing Mood of El Paso's Franklin Mountains

If there is a single road that leads to a view unsurpassed by few others in the southwest, then surely Transmountain Road cutting through the Franklin Mountains would be it.  The winding and ascending journey along Transmountain will take one to 5120ft, which is where I stop one brisk January pre-dawn morning to watch the sun rise above the far horizon.

The temper of the mountain is calm at this hour, almost in a slumber in the brisk morning air.  No giant pine trees soften the winter wind whispering in my ear.  No singing birds or running deer to take my eye off the sky. Only high-elevation cacti and desert brush crawl along the rocks and boulders often jutting out like nature’s high rises descending in to the valleys on either side of the Franklins. Looking west I see the near full moon sinking below the horizon.  Seconds later, I turn to the east marveling at a fiery ball nudging above the desert floor, and the royal blue sky rapidly transforms with bursts of splendid golden hues as if Mother Nature’s paintbrush splatters across the heavens. In an instant natural fireworks fill the sky as the moon sets and sun rises instantaneously as I watch in awe.  A moment passes and the sun’s rays stretch across East El Paso tickling the sides of the Franklin Mountains waking her for another day.

Gradually the glow of the rising sun ascends from the base of the mountain to its top as one slowly opens their eyes after a good night’s sleep.  A perfect mixture of burning red, glistening yellow, royal purple, and flaming orange sweep upward in a near swift motion as the sun reflects off of the quartzites, sands, limestones and marbles composing the mountain.  There is a sparkle in the Franklin’s “eye” as it resumes its role as the jewel of El Paso. Overlooking the Rio Grande River, with broad fortitude, the Franklin Mountains are the northern ramparts of the Paso del Norte (Pass of the North), leading from Mexico into the United States.  The mountain range dominates the skyline of the city of El Paso beginning within the city limits in the south extending northward across the New Mexico border for a distance of about 15 miles (24km).  The Franklins are the southernmost extension of roughly continuous north-south ranges extending nearly 99 miles (160 km).  Today, Franklin Mountains State Park, established in 1979, is the largest urban park in the United States covering approximately 37 square miles and 24,247 acres, all within the city limits of El Paso.  The Franklin’s presence are an unmistakable beauty and vigor giving the city its natural character.

The advancing day with the blazing sun high above changes the mood of the mountains as they tower above the area, showing the strength of a wise old man (12,000 years and counting) El Pasoans respectfully know and love. Looking at its aged face, I can see its character lines and crevices showing thousands of years of life and experience.  From native Americans to gold- seekers to Spanish conquistadors on their mission to conquer and colonize the Puebloan villages in present-day New Mexico, the mountain range has indeed proven its endurance and resilience.  There is no doubt the Franklin’s are the physical strength of El Paso. As the earth revolves once again with the sun descending in the western sky I can not resist watching the mountain relax almost as if it is letting out a deep breath after a long day’s work.  The face of the Franklin’s softens, often offering a reassuring smile with the changing light.  A chorus of golden amber and lush scarlet dance in unison, together with clouds catching the waning sun’s flare spilling even more color across the sky. Again, the rocks and boulders of the Franklin’s glimmer glorious red, purple and luxurious gold tones from the waning light from the setting sun , each winking at me as if to say goodnight.  Another dramatic end to a day. Another day in the life of El Paso’s Franklin Mountains. Read the full article

[foxtoyotaofelpaso]

If you like hiking and mountain biking on rugged terrain, you’ll love to explore Franklin Mountains State Park in El Paso.