Standing atop the Sierra de Cristo Rey (Formerly known as the Cerro de los Muleros, Mule Drivers Mountain), in Sunland Park, New Mexico, the 29 ft. tall limestone statue of Christ serves as a shrine to thousands of faithful in the El Paso and Southern New Mexico area.

A few miles across the Rio Grande from the extensive trail system of the Franklin Mountains State Park, Mount Cristo Rey is the Borderland's most unique -- and potentially risky -- trail. It is mainly a series of switchbacks up the side of a seven hundred foot tall mountain straddling the border between the United States and Mexico.

Standing atop the Sierra de Cristo Rey (formerly known as the Cerro de los Muleros, Mule Drivers Mountain), in Sunland Park, New Mexico, the 29 ft. tall limestone statue of Christ serves as a shrine to thousands of faithfuls in the El Paso and Southern New Mexico area.

Cristo Rey: A Hike Through Time. All hikes have been placed on hold until further notice. What: Hike and special presentations on Mount Cristo Rey When: Check back for new dates Where: Mount Cristo Rey, Sunland Park, N.M. No reservations are required. Bring: Hat, sunscreen, hiking shoes Length: 5 miles round trip (2-3 hours).

He is remembered chiefly for Cristo Rey ('Christ the King'), a monumental statue of Jesus on the cross atop Mount Cristo Rey in the El Paso suburb of Sunland Park, New Mexico, which he completed in 1939 and which is a site of Roman Catholic pilgrimage.

Hike to a mountain peak with a view of two countries and 3 states. From the trailhead, follow the main trail to the top. At the top, there is a statue of Jesus. It is the largest such statue in the world. At 42.5 feet, it is larger than the one in the Andes Mountains by 1 foot.

Nov 14, 2024 · Thousands of faithful will make the annual pilgrimage to Mount Cristo Rey. The celebration honors the Solemnity of Christ the King, according to the Mount Cristo Rey Restoration...

Discover the breathtaking views and spiritual essence of Mount Cristo Rey, a must-visit monument near Sunland Park, New Mexico.

Sierra del Cristo Rey (Mountain of Christ the King) is a 4, 675 foot tall mountain located near Sunland Park, New Mexico close to New Mexico's boundary with Texas and Mexico's state of Chihuahua. The mountain is best known for a 29 foot tall statue of Jesus, known as Christ of the Rockies, located on its summit.

On top of the mountain is a very large statue of Christ. This hike provides good views of the Franklin Mountains, El Paso, and Mexico. It is best to hike this trail with a group to be on the safer side. Find adventures and camping on the go, share photos, use GPX tracks, and download maps for offline use. Have you done this adventure?