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Mountain Range
moderate
Kelly Mountains
New Mexico
Elevation Range
8,500 ft - 11,301 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
33.5364, -108.8136
About Kelly Mountains
The Kelly Mountains are a small mountain range located in northwestern New Mexico. Spanning approximately 20 miles, the range features rugged, rocky peaks and steep, forested slopes. The terrain is characterized by a mix of high-elevation meadows, craggy ridges, and deep canyons carved by swift-flowing streams. The climate is generally cool and dry, with heavy snowfall during the winter months.
Notable Peaks
Mount Kelly
11,301 ft
Cougar Peak
10,987 ft
Cub Peak
10,745 ft
Activities
hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
photography
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Silver City, NM
Truth or Consequences, NM
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.