Beta
All Mountain Ranges
Mountain Range
moderate

Black Hills

Arizona

Elevation Range

5,500 ft - 7,242 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

34.6045, -112.0238

About Black Hills

The Black Hills are a small mountain range located in the southwest corner of Arizona. This isolated range rises sharply from the surrounding desert, reaching elevations over 7,000 feet. The terrain is predominantly rugged with steep canyons, rocky slopes, and scattered stands of pine and juniper trees. The climate is semi-arid, with hot summers and mild winters. Despite the small size, the Black Hills offer a diverse array of outdoor recreation opportunities amidst the dramatic desert landscape.

Notable Peaks

Harney Peak

7,242 ft

Elk Mountain

7,064 ft

Baldy Peak

6,920 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

spring

fall

Plan Your Trip

Let Cairn help you plan the perfect adventure to Black Hills.

Start Planning

Gateway Towns

Ajo, AZ
Tucson, AZ

Location

Arizona

34.6045, -112.0238

Open in Google Maps

Data Source

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

    Black Hills | Cairn | Cairn