Manzano Mountain Wilderness

Manzano Mountain Wilderness is a designated Wilderness Area within the Cibola National Forest, located about 50 miles (80 km) south-southeast of Albuquerque. It is located in western Torrance County and eastern Valencia County. The Wilderness area includes 36,875 acres (14,923 ha) (58 sq. mi) with elevations ranging from 6,100 feet (1,900 m) to 10,098 feet (3,078 m) at Manzano Peak.

Manzano Mountain Wilderness
Manzano Mountains as seen from the north
LocationTorrance and Valencia Counties, New Mexico
Nearest cityAlbuquerque
Coordinates34°41′34″N 106°26′10.4″W
Area36,875 acres (149.23 km2)
Established1978
Governing bodyU.S. Forest Service
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