Manzanita Mountains

The Manzanita Mountains are a small, rugged mountain range located in central New Mexico. This isolated range rises abruptly from the surrounding high desert, with steep, rocky slopes and numerous craggy peaks. The terrain is dominated by piñon-juniper forests, with pockets of ponderosa pine at higher elevations. Numerous canyons and ravines cut through the mountains, creating a challenging and scenic landscape. Wildlife in the Manzanitas includes mule deer, black bears, mountain lions, and a variety of birds and small mammals.