Santa Teresa Mountains facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Santa Teresa Mountains
Oblique air photo of Santa Teresa Mountains, facing northwest, March 2007 ("The Tablelands" and "Lone Cedar Mesa" w/forests-NW)
Highest point
Peak	Mount Turnbull, San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation, Arizona
Elevation	8,282 ft (2,524 m)
Dimensions
Length	19 mi (31 km)
Width	11 mi (18 km)
Geography
Location in Arizona
Country	United States
Settlement	Fort Thomas, Arizona
Range coordinates	32°58′01″N 110°17′34″W / 32.9670°N 110.2929°W / 32.9670; -110.2929

The Santa Teresa Mountains are a mountain range found in Arizona, a state in the United States. These mountains are located in western Graham County. Part of the range is within the Coronado National Forest. Another part is on the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation.

The highest point in the entire Santa Teresa Mountains is Mount Turnbull. This peak reaches an elevation of 8,282 feet (2,524 meters). Mount Turnbull is located on the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation. If you want to visit the part of the mountains on the reservation, you might need special permission. You may also need to get a permit, which usually costs a small fee.

Wilderness Areas

The Santa Teresa Mountains are home to special protected areas. One of these is the Santa Teresa Wilderness. A wilderness area is a place where the land is kept as natural as possible. It is protected from human development.

North of the Santa Teresa Wilderness, you will find another protected area. This area is called the North Santa Teresa Wilderness. Both areas help protect the natural environment. They also preserve the plants and animals that live there.

Black Rock Landmark

Black Rock is an important natural feature in the Santa Teresa Mountains. It is located in the eastern part of the mountain range. Black Rock holds special meaning for Native American people. It is an important part of their history and culture.

Black Rock, a significant landmark

See also

In Spanish: Sierra de Santa Teresa para niños