About
Length (round trip)4.4 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyModerate
Elevation gain800 ft up
Typical time4 hr
TrailheadDog Canyon ranger station
SurfaceRocky trail with a steady climb
Best seasonEven with the higher elevations on the northern part of the park, summer temperatures may make this hike unsafe or at the very least unpleasant. Expect high winds (in excess of 30MPH from November...
DogsNot allowed
AccessibilityTrail surfaces are loose rock or hardened rock surfaces. Hiking or trekking poles are highly recommended. Trail widths vary from two to six feet depending on the trail. Parking All trailhead areas have accessible parking available. Service animals Only service animals that have been individually trained to perform specific tasks for the benefit of persons with disabilities are allowed in the park and on trails.
What you'll see 🌄 Big views

Hiking the Bush Mountain Trail from Dog Canyon out to the Marcus Overlook and back makes an excellent and usually solitary day hike in the Guadalupe Mountains. From the Marcus Overlook, there are commanding views south into the Guadalupe Mountains and westward. Distance: 5.2 miles (8.4 km) round-trip, out and back Elevation Change: 825 feet Time Estimate: 3-5 hours Difficulty: Moderate

Tips
You will almost certainly have this one to yourself. Dog Canyon is a 110-mile drive round from Pine Springs.
Location

Dog Canyon ranger station

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