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Mountain Range
moderate

Badland Hills

New Mexico

Elevation Range

4,500 ft - 7,089 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

36.2173, -106.9509

About Badland Hills

The Badland Hills in northeastern New Mexico are a unique and rugged mountain range known for their dramatic landscapes. Formed by millions of years of erosion, the hills feature steep, jagged slopes, deep canyons, and otherworldly rock formations. The terrain is predominantly rocky and arid, with sparse vegetation consisting of hardy shrubs and grasses. Elevation ranges from around 4,500 feet in the valley bottoms to over 7,000 feet at the highest points. Despite the harsh environment, the Badland Hills provide habitat for a variety of wildlife including mule deer, pronghorn, and various bird species.

Notable Peaks

Black Mesa

7,089 ft

Cerro Blanco

6,883 ft

Eagle Peak

6,564 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
wildlife viewing
photography
camping

Best Seasons

spring

fall

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Gateway Towns

Tucumcari, NM
Clayton, NM

Location

New Mexico

36.2173, -106.9509

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Data Source

Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.

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