Bruneau Range
Nevada
Elevation Range
5,000 ft - 8,472 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
41.9332, -115.8626
About Bruneau Range
The Bruneau Range is a remote and rugged mountain range located in southwestern Nevada near the Idaho border. Characterized by steep, rocky terrain and deep canyons, the range is largely undeveloped and offers a true wilderness experience. Elevations range from around 5,000 feet in the valleys to over 8,000 feet at the highest peaks. The landscape is dominated by exposed volcanic rock, with scattered juniper and pinyon pine providing sparse vegetation cover. Wildlife includes mule deer, bighorn sheep, and a variety of small mammals and birds.
Notable Peaks
Jarbidge Peak
8,472 ft
Hayden Peak
8,403 ft
Mount Coffin
8,393 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.