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Mundy's Gap
4.9 ★★★★★ 55 Google reviews · Running trail in El Paso, Texas · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- 4 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Mundy's Gap's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Steep, sometimes windy trail with rocky surfaces on a high peak offering scenic desert and river views.
What runners say about Mundy's Gap
“Really loved this trail, it has beautiful overlooks, and stunning red rocks along the way.”
Awesome Awesome trail! I recommend if you don't want to walk for 25 minutes on big rocks then go right and take a left at the beginning of the hike. You're ankles will thank you. Even with high hiking boots it was hard to walk on those big rocks
Have hiked this beautiful trail twice . You can access the trail either from the west or east side of the park. It is steady but not too difficult climb. There are very good views along the way and also some very interesting rock formations.
Great hike and bike trail. Beautiful views. My 10 and 14 year old boys accomplished it with some difficulty. Take plenty of water.
Mundy's Gap: A Challenging Yet Rewarding Hike with Stunning Views Mundy's Gap, a 3.9-mile out-and-back trail in El Paso's Franklin Mountains State Park, is a must-do for avid hikers seeking a challenging adventure with breathtaking rewards.
Trail conditions & character
“Amazing views and a good trail run @franklin mountains Great for trail running, mountain biking and hiking EPTX!”
“The trail has an approximate 1,000 ft elevation climb, which is slightly challenging.”
“The initial stretch of the trail presents a unique challenge, as it traverses a recently restoned section with a rocky surface.”
Plan your run at Mundy's Gap
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- Distance4 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
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