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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

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Gateway Towns

Silver City, NM
Deming, NM

Location

New Mexico

32.5903, -108.4323

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Data Source

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

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