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Mountain Range
moderate

Sierra de los Valles

New Mexico

Elevation Range

8,000 ft - 10,199 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

35.8878, -106.4012

About Sierra de los Valles

The Sierra de los Valles is a picturesque mountain range located in north-central New Mexico. Situated within the Santa Fe National Forest, this compact range features rugged peaks, deep canyons, and expansive alpine meadows. The terrain is characterized by steep, rocky slopes interspersed with forested areas and high-altitude lakes. The range's proximity to the Pajarito Plateau and the Jemez Mountains adds to its geological diversity and scenic appeal.

Notable Peaks

Cerro Grande

10,199 ft

Caballo Mountain

10,093 ft

Cerro Toledo

10,079 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
fishing

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Los Alamos, NM
White Rock, NM
Española, NM

Location

New Mexico

35.8878, -106.4012

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Data Source

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

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