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Mountain Range
moderate
Jerky Mountains
New Mexico
Elevation Range
8,500 ft - 11,342 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
33.3418, -108.4917
About Jerky Mountains
The Jerky Mountains are a small, rugged mountain range located in the north-central region of New Mexico. The range is characterized by steep, rocky terrain with numerous canyons and ridges. The climate is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold, snowy winters. The landscape is dominated by pinyon-juniper woodlands and scattered ponderosa pine forests, providing a mix of habitats for a variety of wildlife species.
Notable Peaks
Jerky Peak
11,342 ft
Salami Dome
10,829 ft
Chorizo Ridge
10,512 ft
Activities
hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
nature photography
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Chili, NM
Spice, NM
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.