June 30, 2024 - Known as the “Sun City” with over 300 days of sunshine each year on average El Paso, Texas is an ideal place for cycling adventures and is home to fabulous road cycling and mountain biking.

The beautiful 200-acre Palisades Canyon is smack in the middle of town and features a multi-use 4.4-mile loop. For a relatively easy out-and-back 4.8-mile trail for all skill levels, McKelligon Canyon Road features Chihuahuan Desert wildlife.

The moderately challenging 7.7-mile mountain biking loop at the Lost Dog Trail Head nature preserve in Northwest El Paso is also popular, and within the city limits is Franklin Mountains State Park where you can explore over 125 miles of multi-use trails that are especially popular with mountain bikers.

From Texas barbecues to authentic Mexican cuisine, El Paso also features an amazing array eateries to fuel up at such as the Taconeta, the Cattleman’s Steakhouse at Indian Cliffs Ranch, L&J Café and many more.

Quality accommodations include the Plaza Hotel Pioneer Park with 130 rooms and suites, and El Paso’s 108-year-old icon, the Hotel Paso Del Norte, with 351 rooms.

The region also offers ample opportunities for countless activities including hiking, rock climbing, bird watching, horseback riding, and off-road adventures.

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