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Bush Mountain Wilderness Campground

Guadalupe Mountains National Park · Salt Flat, TX

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  • Address:Salt Flat, TX
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A wilderness use permit is required for all campsites. It's a favorite of many for the great vistas and sunsets. Backpackers will find hiking on the exposed trails to reach the campground difficult during periods of high wind activity at Bush Mountain. The Bush Mountain campground is close to Pine Springs. Five campsites are defined by tent pads.

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• A wilderness use permit is required before you occupy any wilderness campsite in Guadalupe Mountains National Park. • Use or discharge of firearms is prohibited. All wildlife is protected by federal law. Possession of other weapons, traps, or explosives is prohibited. • Camp fires are prohibited in the Guadalupe Mountains. Use containerized fuel stoves only. • Contain your trash and pack it out. • No pets on trails or in the backcountry. • To protect the landscape and prevent erosion, do not take shortcuts on trails. • Collecting or disturbing any natural or historical feature or object is prohibited. • Camp within designated sites. • The use of hammocks, slacklines, tarps or similar devices tied to natural and/or manmade features is prohibited. • The use of a landfill-safe commercial toilet bag system is required for all overnight wilderness permit holders. A minimum of one bag per person per night is required and proof of possession must be shown when permit is issued. • Do not feed wildlife.

Published by the National Park Service. Rules change seasonally and by area within a park — confirm current regulations with the agency before you go.

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  • No campfires allowed

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