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Mountain Range
moderate

Mimbres Mountains

New Mexico

Elevation Range

6,000 ft - 10,165 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

32.9404, -107.7610

About Mimbres Mountains

The Mimbres Mountains are a small mountain range located in southwestern New Mexico. This range is part of the Gila National Forest and is characterized by rugged, forested peaks and canyons. The terrain features steep slopes, rocky outcroppings, and deeply carved river valleys. Elevations in the range vary from around 6,000 feet in the lowlands to over 10,000 feet at the highest summits. The Mimbres Mountains provide a scenic backdrop and recreation opportunities for nearby communities.

Notable Peaks

McKnight Peak

10,165 ft

White Mountain

9,603 ft

Signal Peak

9,652 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
fishing

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Silver City, NM
Deming, NM

Location

New Mexico

32.9404, -107.7610

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Data Source

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

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