If you don't want to hike out to the base of Bishop Cap via the Sierra Vista Trail, you can drive along the telephone lines and park here to shave a couple miles off your journey. The trail up to Bishop Cap from here is steep and not clearly marked in places, but the views from the tower are great.

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1. Bishop Cap Trail — Organ Mountain - Desert Peaks National Monument

8.17km

02:35

260m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 1,310 m

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Saturday 7 February

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Location: Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States

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Bishop Cap alternate trailhead

1. Bishop Cap Trail — Organ Mountain - Desert Peaks National Monument

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