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Mountain Range
moderate
Big Burro Mountains
New Mexico
Elevation Range
5,000 ft - 8,228 ft
Notable Peaks
2
Coordinates
32.5903, -108.4323
About Big Burro Mountains
The Big Burro Mountains are a remote and rugged mountain range located in southwestern New Mexico. Characterized by steep, rocky peaks and deep canyons, this range provides a challenging and rewarding outdoor experience for adventurous hikers and backpackers. The terrain is predominantly covered in pinyon-juniper forests, with pockets of ponderosa pine at higher elevations. Wildlife such as mule deer, black bear, and a variety of bird species are common inhabitants of the mountains.
Notable Peaks
Signal Peak
8,228 ft
Sawmill Mountain
8,045 ft
Activities
hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Silver City, NM
Deming, NM
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.