I’m not much of a hiker. I know, I know. Living in El Paso, where we’re surrounded by beautiful mountains and hiking trails, you’d think I’d be out there every weekend. But hiking has never really been my thing.
However, I will say that right now might be the perfect time to give it a shot. Summer is WAY too hot, spring is way too windy, but fall? Fall feels like the sweet spot for exploring the Franklin Mountains.
And thanks to some videos I recently came across, I think I may have finally found the motivation to lace up my hiking shoes.
Because did you know there’s a hidden SWING in the El Paso mountains?!
There’s a Hidden Mountain Swing in El Paso
I recently came across an Instagram Reel from Kim V Sandoval, showing off the “hidden swing” in the Franklin Mountains and immediately I was intrigued.
A swing? In the middle of the mountains?! How have I lived here this long and never heard about this?
El Paso has no shortage of beautiful hiking trails, but something about hiking up a mountain and finding a swing waiting for you sounds like such a fun little side quest.
And I’m not going to lie, this might be the one thing that actually convinces me to go hiking!
READ MORE: Fall is One of the Best Times for Bird Watching in El Paso
Where to Find El Paso’s Hidden Mountain Swing
Naturally, after seeing the video, I needed to know where this mysterious swing was hiding.
According to an El Paso hiking group, the swing can be accessed near the intersection of Alabama Street and Sunnyside Court in Northeast El Paso.
According to those hikers, the trail is located to the right of the El Maida Shriners building at 6331 Alabama Street, and the swing is reportedly about half a mile up the mountain.
Keep in mind, these are directions shared by local hikers, not an officially verified trail guide. Before heading out, make sure you’re using a public trail access point, respect private property, and come prepared with water and proper hiking shoes. And since the swing’s condition hasn’t been verified, don’t assume it’s safe to ride.
READ MORE: You Know You’re From El Paso When You Love Rock Walls
As for me, I haven’t made the hike just yet, but I think I’ve officially found my next little El Paso adventure.
Who knew all it would take to get me interested in hiking was a swing in the mountains?
12 Places That Belong in the El Paso Landmark Hall of Fame
El Paso has plenty of famous landmarks, but locals say these 12 beloved places deserve some recognition too.
Gallery Credit: Joanna Barba
Haunted El Paso Neighborhoods