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Mountain Range
moderate

Sierra Cuchillo

New Mexico

Elevation Range

6,500 ft - 8,213 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

33.4474, -107.6012

About Sierra Cuchillo

The Sierra Cuchillo is a small mountain range located in southwest New Mexico. The range rises abruptly from the surrounding desert landscape, with rugged peaks and canyons carved by ancient geological forces. The terrain is predominantly rocky and arid, with sparse vegetation including pinyon pine, juniper, and desert shrubs. The highest point in the range is Cuchillo Negro Peak, topping out at over 8,200 feet in elevation.

Notable Peaks

Cuchillo Negro Peak

8,213 ft

Grouse Mountain

7,934 ft

Copper Mountain

7,774 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

spring

fall

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Gateway Towns

Truth or Consequences, NM
Hillsboro, NM

Location

New Mexico

33.4474, -107.6012

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Data Source

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

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