Broad Canyon Wilderness · NM · Trailwind

Broad Canyon Wilderness is a designated wilderness area in New Mexico, managed by the Bureau of Land Management.About Broad Canyon WildernessA secluded gem, the Broad Canyon Wilderness shelters hidden water pools, flat-topped mountains and ancient cultural sites. Ancient lava flows carved by through the erosion of water form several small canyons whose sides are colored by lichens on the rock. The quiet in this area is only broken by the flush of quail as you explore the landscape dominated by Chihuahuan Desert scrub.Things to do at Broad Canyon Wilderness

Dispersed Camping

Hiking

Photography

Wildlife viewing

Stargazing

Wilderness

Quick facts

Managed by: Bureau of Land Management

Designation: designated wilderness area

State: New Mexico

6 recorded activities

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