Wheeler Peak Wilderness
Alpine tundra and lakes above Taos — New Mexico's high point at 13,167 ft.
Where on earth
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- Region
- New Mexico, USA
- Country
- United States
- Biome
- Alpine tundra (2,700–4,013 m)
- Best season
- June – October
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Climbing
- Mountaineering
- Winter Camping
- Wildlife Viewing
- Canoeing
- Fishing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Alpine tundra (2,700–4,013 m)
- Best season: June – October
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
Topic summary
Alpine tundra and lakes above Taos — New Mexico's high point at 13,167 ft.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: June – October
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Alpine tundra (2,700–4,013 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Plan with verified data
Wheeler Peak Wilderness trip tools
Popular pursuits at Wheeler Peak Wilderness
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Climbing
Rock and alpine lines with approach beta.
- Mountaineering
Glacier and high-route objectives with real consequence.
- Winter Camping
Cold-season travel and camp craft; layering matters more than mileage.
- Wildlife Viewing
Best light, best season, and where animals move.
