The beautiful mountains surrounding El Paso inspire a six-week festival called Celebration of our Mountains. This festival usually takes place in October and includes various activities such as bird watching, nature hikes and drives, mountain biking, and bat watching. There's even an event called Coffee, Hot Chocolate, muffins, and the Tramway. The Celebration of Our Mountains sponsors events for hiking, biking, birding, climbing, photographing, and studying the natural wonders, wildlife, geology, and archaeology of the greater El Paso region of the Chihuahuan Desert. It also offers field trips about human history, architecture, science, and technology.
Keystone Heritage Park is a unique combination of an archeological site, an archaic wetland, and a botanical garden, making it an ideal destination for birdwatchers. The Park is over 58 acres in El Paso's Upper Valley, and its volunteer directors are responsible for preserving and developing it. With over 193 bird species, Keystone Heritage Park is a paradise for bird lovers. It is also a popular stop for migratory birds, making it a must-visit destination for birdwatchers. The Park's wetlands area is particularly noteworthy, as it is home to 22 species of birds considered rare by the Audubon Society. These archaic wetlands are protected by federal law and provide a glimpse into the wetlands/Bosque that once lined the Rio Grande.