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Carrizo Mountains

Texas

Elevation Range

4,500 ft - 6,739 ft

Notable Peaks

1

Coordinates

31.0671, -104.9180

About Carrizo Mountains

The Carrizo Mountains are a small mountain range located in far West Texas, near the border with Mexico. The range is part of the Chihuahuan Desert ecosystem and features rugged, craggy peaks rising abruptly from the surrounding desert landscape. The terrain is rocky and steep, with numerous canyons, ridges, and exposed rock formations. Despite the arid climate, the range supports some high-desert vegetation like juniper, piñon pine, and desert scrub.

Notable Peaks

Carrizo Peak

6,739 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

spring

fall

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Gateway Towns

Presidio, TX
Marfa, TX

Location

Texas

31.0671, -104.9180

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Data Source

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

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