Coyote Hills
New Mexico
Elevation Range
6,000 ft - 8,500 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
31.9799, -108.4578
About Coyote Hills
The Coyote Hills mountain range in western New Mexico is a rugged and remote landscape dominated by volcanic peaks and dramatic canyons. The terrain is characterized by steep, rocky slopes, with numerous craggy summits and deep, winding ravines. The higher elevations are covered in piñon-juniper woodlands, while the lower slopes support a mix of desert scrub and grasslands. Wildlife in the range includes mule deer, black bears, cougars, and a variety of birds of prey and small mammals.
Notable Peaks
Coyote Peak
8,421 ft
Jackrabbit Ridge
7,985 ft
Rattlesnake Butte
7,642 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.