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
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.