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Mountain Range
moderate

Pretty Bird Hills

New Mexico

Elevation Range

7,500 ft - 8,500 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

32.7023, -105.1325

About Pretty Bird Hills

The Pretty Bird Hills are a small, rugged mountain range located in the southeastern corner of New Mexico. The range is characterized by steep, rocky slopes and high-altitude meadows, with elevations reaching over 8,000 feet. The terrain is predominantly composed of sedimentary and volcanic rock, creating a diverse landscape of cliffs, canyons, and alpine tundra. The range is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including ponderosa pine forests, subalpine fir, and wildlife such as black bears, elk, and a variety of bird species.

Notable Peaks

Pretty Bird Peak

8,342 ft

Raven Ridge

8,167 ft

Hawk Crest

7,954 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
photography

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Tatum, NM
Lovington, NM

Location

New Mexico

32.7023, -105.1325

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Data Source

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

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