The long-standing desk atop Hancock Hill in Alpine received national attention this week in a feature by CBS Sunday Morning, highlighting the site’s blend of scenic beauty and local lore.
Perched above Sul Ross State University, the graffiti-covered desk has overlooked the town for nearly 50 years. Originally placed on the hill as part of a college prank, the desk has since become a destination for hikers and visitors seeking reflection. It now serves as a collective journal, with passersby adding personal entries, confessions, and reflections in the notebooks left behind.
Local historian and photographer Matt Walter was featured in the segment, offering insight into the desk’s transformation from student stunt to cherished West Texas landmark.
The full story, “A Desk with the Greatest View,” is available at cbsnews.com.
