Explore the Dona Ana Mountains

2572-2598 Desert Wind Way, New Mexico

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Distance

2 miles

Elevation Gain

1000 ft

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Point-to-Point

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Added by Jean-Claude Linossi

Several different mountain ranges with good trails and very good views of the Organ and Robledo mountains

The Dona Ana Mountains offer a variety of outdoor fun. Hiking, rock climbing, wildflowers and petroglyphs.

There are several different ranges to explore with arches, steep cliffs and also easy trails.

The elevation gain changes depending which trails you decide to take.

You can also access the mountains from different roads on east side or west side.

I have been to these ountains on different occasions and different seasons.

These mountains are about 40 miles north of El Paso, TX near Las Cruces , NM

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Susan Del Valle

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Explore the Dona Ana Mountains

01/09/23

Great views

5.0

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Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!

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