Distance

1.3 mi to summit

2.6 mi total

Elevation

7,040 ft start

Vertical

700 ft gain

Time

30 min to summit

1 hr 0 min total

Cat Mountain is a small mountain protruding from the high desert floor west of the town of Magdalena. It offers great views of the surrounding mountains. Its accessed via the Cat Mountain Ranch road off US-60. The road is marked with a large Cat Mountain Ranch Headquarters sign. It does not show up as being publicly maintained but it does cross BLM followed by NM State trust lands where it meets the ranch property gate which is clearly marked. The mountain is on ranch property so tread lightly and quietly should you decide to proceed.

Obstacles

road/access issues

Key gear

trekking poles, GPS device