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Mountain Range
moderate

Little Burro Mountains

New Mexico

Elevation Range

6,000 ft - 7,657 ft

Notable Peaks

2

Coordinates

33.5921, -106.4215

About Little Burro Mountains

The Little Burro Mountains are a small mountain range located in southwestern New Mexico. This remote and rugged range is characterized by steep, rocky terrain and deep canyons carved by intermittent streams. The landscape is predominantly covered in piñon-juniper woodland, with pockets of ponderosa pine at higher elevations. Wildlife in the range includes mule deer, black bear, mountain lion, and a variety of bird species. The range offers excellent opportunities for outdoor recreation, with a network of hiking trails and remote wilderness areas for backcountry exploration.

Notable Peaks

Burro Peak

7,657 ft

Little Burro Peak

7,450 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Silver City, NM
Lordsburg, NM

Location

New Mexico

33.5921, -106.4215

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Data Source

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

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