Guadalupe Mountains National Park Trivia and Facts!
Emma | 17 - 02 - 2021
Updated: February 17, 2021 11:00 pm IST
The Guadalupe national park is an 86,367-acre park which is located in Guadalupe Mountains, Texas. The national park is known for its spectacular view. This park contains the highest natural point in Texas “Guadalupe peak” which is popularly known as “Signature peak”. Guadalupe National park is famous for its hiking and this mountain has a good network of trails. Also, you can enjoy camping, backpacking, horse riding, off-roading, bird watching, and wildlife viewing in Guadalupe Mountains National Park. If you’re planning to visit Guadalupe Mountains National Park then you should definitely play our Guadalupe Mountains National Park trivia to get to know interesting facts.
1. Name the Highest Peak in the Guadalupe mountains
The Guadalupe peak is the highest in the Guadalupe mountains. It is the highest point in Texas natural point in Texas. It is about 8,751 feet high above sea level.
2. The Guadalupe Mountains National Park covers_____ Acres
The Guadalupe Mountains National Park covers 86,367 acres. This park was authorized in 1966 and was established in 1972.
3. The Guadalupe National Park Is Located in _____Texas
The Guadalupe National Park is located in west Texas on U.S Highway.
4. How Many Species of Bats Are Found in Guadalupe Mountains National Park?
There are around 16 species of bats found in Guadalupe Mountains National Park. These bats stays in the smaller caves of the park
5. People Lived in the Guadalupe mountains
Archaeological evidence shows that people lived here over 10,000 years ago. It is said that the early inhabitants were hunters and gatherers and lived in caves and alcoves throughout the range
6. Who Founded Guadalupe Mountains National Park
President Lyndon B. Johnson found Guadalupe Mountains National Park. He signed the act to establish the park on October 15, 1966
7. How Many Miles of Trails Are There in Guadalupe National Park?
There are over 80 miles of trails in Guadalupe national park. Some of the famous trails in Guadalupe national park are the devil’s hall trail, Smith spring trail, Hunter peak, and Guadalupe peak trail.
8. How Many People Visit Guadalupe National Park in a Year?
Nearly 2 lakhs people visit Guadalupe National Park every year. In 1971 when it was opened there were only 27,000 visitors
9. Name the First Permanent Ranch House in Guadalupe National Park?
Frijole ranch house is the first permanent ranch house in Guadalupe National Park. It was built in 1876 by the Rader Brothers. They operated a cattle ranch outside their house.
10. Who Donated the Land for Guadalupe National Park?
Wallace E. Pratt and his family donated 6000 acres of land for Guadalupe National park in 1960. He brought this land to build houses to enjoy summer with his family.
11. Name the Bird Whose Call Can Often Be Heard Echoing through Canyons?
Canyon Wren calls can often be heard echoing through canyons of the Guadalupe Mountains. Canyon Wren is found here creeping into the cracks of rocks in search of insects, spiders and scorpions.
12. There Are No Real Roads in Guadalupe Park
There are no real roads in Guadalupe Park. The park has a spectacular view from any direction but there are no paved driving tours or real roads in Guadalupe park
13. Name the Desert in Guadalupe Park?
The Guadalupe mountain rises 3,000 feet above the Chihuahuan desert. It covers a part of Guadalupe national park
14. Name the Trail Which Leads to a Stone Cabin
McKittrick canyon trail leads to a stone cabin of Wallace E.Pratt. This was the vacation home for Wallace and it was built in the 1930s
15. Number of Rattlesnake Species Found in Guadalupe Park
The Guadalupe national park has 5 species of rattlesnake species. There are around 1,931 reptiles and amphibians found in Guadalupe park such as bullsnakes, coachwhips, collared lizards
