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Caballo Mountains

New Mexico

Elevation Range

4,500 ft - 7,888 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

32.9633, -107.2307

About Caballo Mountains

The Caballo Mountains are a rugged mountain range located in south-central New Mexico, near the Rio Grande. The range is characterized by steep, rocky terrain with numerous canyons and ridges. Elevations range from around 4,500 feet in the foothills to over 7,800 feet at the highest peaks. The landscape features a mix of piñon-juniper woodlands, ponderosa pine forests, and desert scrubland, providing diverse habitats for wildlife. The range is popular with outdoor enthusiasts for its opportunities for hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing.

Notable Peaks

Caballo Peak

7,888 ft

Apache Kid Peak

7,804 ft

Sawyer Peak

7,580 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
nature photography

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Truth or Consequences, NM
Hillsboro, NM

Location

New Mexico

32.9633, -107.2307

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Data Source

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

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