Discover the World's Largest Chile Pepper: A Unique Las Cruces Attraction

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, start from the nearest major city, such as Guadalajara. Take the Highway 15D north towards Tepatitlán. Continue on this road until you reach the junction with Highway 70 towards Aguascalientes. Follow Highway 70 until you reach the intersection for Highway 45 south towards the U.S. border. Take the exit for Highway 10 east, which will lead you directly towards Las Cruces, NM. Follow the signs to exit onto W Picacho Ave, where the World's Largest Chile Pepper is located at 2160 W Picacho Ave, Las Cruces, NM. Expect to pay tolls along the highway, which can vary in cost but generally range from $5 to $20.

• Bus

  For public transportation, check the local bus services that operate from major cities in Western Mexico to the U.S. border. You can take a bus from Guadalajara to Ciudad Juárez, which typically costs around $30 USD. From Ciudad Juárez, you’ll need to cross the border into El Paso, Texas, which may involve a short wait at customs. After crossing, head to the El Paso bus station and take a Greyhound or similar service towards Las Cruces, NM. The bus fare is usually around $15 USD. Once in Las Cruces, you can either take a taxi or rideshare service to reach the World's Largest Chile Pepper at 2160 W Picacho Ave.

• Taxi/Ride-share

  If you are already in Las Cruces, you can use local taxi services or ride-sharing apps like Uber or Lyft to get to the World's Largest Chile Pepper. The ride from the city center should cost around $10-$15 USD and take about 15 minutes, depending on traffic.