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Catron County, NM
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Horse Mountain Wilderness Study Area lies in Catron County southwest of Datil on BLM land. Gravel and dirt roads from NM 12 lead to boundary access for hiking and horseback travel across remote high-desert mountain terrain. WSA rules limit motorized use to designated routes.
| Region | Catron County, NM |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 33.9837, -108.1316 |
| ARPA | Cultural sites and artifacts are protected by federal law (ARPA/NHPA) — stay on established routes, touch and remove nothing, and follow the managing agency's and the affiliated tribe's guidance on access. |
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Plan ahead. Leave no trace. Verify current access before traveling.