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Bear Mountains

New Mexico

Elevation Range

7,500 ft - 10,165 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

34.2799, -107.2985

About Bear Mountains

The Bear Mountains in New Mexico are a small but rugged mountain range located in the southwestern part of the state. This range is part of the larger Mogollon Mountains and features steep, rocky terrain with dense forests and alpine meadows. The highest peaks reach over 10,000 feet in elevation, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The geology of the Bear Mountains is diverse, with volcanic and sedimentary rock formations creating a variety of unique landscapes and geological features.

Notable Peaks

Bear Peak

10,165 ft

South Mountain

9,832 ft

Salado Peak

9,578 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
photography

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Silver City, NM
Gila, NM

Location

New Mexico

34.2799, -107.2985

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Data Source

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

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