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Bighorn Mountains

California

Elevation Range

7,000 ft - 13,167 ft

Notable Peaks

5

Coordinates

34.3039, -116.6326

About Bighorn Mountains

The Bighorn Mountains are a prominent mountain range located in the U.S. state of Wyoming, not California. Stretching across north-central Wyoming, the Bighorns are a part of the Rocky Mountains and feature rugged, heavily forested terrain with numerous peaks, valleys, and glacial lakes. The range is characterized by steep, granite cliffs, alpine meadows, and glacial-carved landscapes, offering a diverse array of outdoor recreational opportunities.

Notable Peaks

Cloud Peak

13,167 ft

Sheepherder Mountain

12,547 ft

Bomber Mountain

12,844 ft

Bald Mountain

12,405 ft

Black Tooth Mountain

12,842 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
fishing
wildlife viewing
mountaineering

Best Seasons

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Sheridan, WY
Buffalo, WY
Cody, WY

Location

California

34.3039, -116.6326

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Data Source

Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.

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