Alamo Hueco Mountains Wilderness Study Area · Trailwind

Alamo Hueco Mountains Wilderness Study Area is a designated wilderness area in New Mexico, managed by the Bureau of Land Management.About Alamo Hueco Mountains Wilderness Study Area The Alamo Hueco Mountains WSA is situated in southwestern New Mexico. It is characterized by highly eroded volcanic mountains, mesas, vertical cliffs, and long sinuous canyons that are dominated by juniper and oak brush. There are no maintained trails in this area; however, the desert scenery, archaeological sites, and wildlife diversity make this area unique. Wildlife species include javelina, Montezuma quail, desert bighorn sheep, mountain lions, golden eagles, red-tailed hawks, and prairie falcons.Things to do at Alamo Hueco Mountains Wilderness Study Area

Hiking

Wildlife viewing

Dispersed Camping

Photography

Stargazing

Wilderness

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Managed by: Bureau of Land Management

Designation: designated wilderness area

State: New Mexico

6 recorded activities

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