Hueco Tanks State Historical Park

Campsites at Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site are just 15 minutes’ drive from Homestead Meadows South on the eastern edge of El Paso. There are supermarkets here where you can stock up on groceries and gas stations if you need to fill up your RV rental. For those nights when you don't feel like cooking, there are also a handful of cafes and Mexican-style eateries in Homestead Meadows South, or you can continue driving west towards El Paso, where you’ll find a more extensive choice of restaurants. While you’re in El Paso, don’t miss a visit to the historical Plaza Theatre, which was constructed in 1930 in a Spanish Colonial Revival style and still showcases live performances. If you’re traveling with kids, be sure to spend an afternoon at the El Paso Zoo, where you can come face-to-face with animals from Africa, Asia, and the Americas. There’s a massive treehouse playground that kids will love and a range of interactive experiences held throughout the day. Art enthusiasts should head to the El Paso Museum of Art, which is home to an outstanding collection of American, European, and Mexican art. Many date from as early as the 12th century and include a large number of works by Southwest artists. If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, make a beeline for the Chihuahuan Desert Gardens on the campus of the University of Texas at El Paso, where more than 800 native plant species are showcased. You can also spend a day exploring the El Paso Historic Mission Trail, which winds its way through the Lower Valley and features three adobe churches that date back 400 years. They’re a striking legacy of the region’s Spanish colonial past and include the 1682 Ysleta Mission, the late-18th-century San Elizario Chapel, and the Socorro Mission that reflects the culture and politics of El Paso’s early settlers. Or, visit the Chamizal National Memorial, which commemorates the settlement of the long-standing boundary dispute between the United States and Mexico. Aside from a history museum and an art gallery, it also features an impressive mural that depicts the story. End your day soaking up the panoramic views across El Paso and Ciudad Juarez along the scenic drive that winds its way up the east side of Franklin Mountain. Whether you want to discover the region’s Native American history or get cultured in El Paso, book an RV rental in El Paso County and start planning your visit.