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Scenic Drive Overlook

Rim Road / Murchison Park

The five-minute version of the mountain view: park, walk to the rail, and see El Paso and Juárez laid out as one city.

Why go

  • The single clearest way to understand the geography of the border here.
  • Best at dusk when both sides of the river light up at once.

Planning notes

  • Parking is limited at sunset on weekends. Go a little early.

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