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Black Canyon Range

Nevada

Elevation Range

5,000 ft - 13,140 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

37.8353, -114.6232

About Black Canyon Range

The Black Canyon Range is a rugged and remote mountain range located in central Nevada. Spanning over 50 miles in length, the range is characterized by steep, rocky terrain with narrow canyons and sparse vegetation. The highest peaks reach over 10,000 feet in elevation, offering panoramic views of the surrounding high desert landscape. The range is part of the Basin and Range province, with dramatic fault-block mountains formed by tectonic activity over millions of years.

Notable Peaks

Boundary Peak

13,140 ft

Dyer Peak

11,506 ft

Magruder Mountain

10,964 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
rock climbing
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Dyer, NV
Tonopah, NV

Location

Nevada

37.8353, -114.6232

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Data Source

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

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