All Mountain Ranges
Mountain Range
moderate
Buck Creek Mountains
Nevada
Elevation Range
5,000 ft - 9,852 ft
Notable Peaks
1
Coordinates
41.9230, -115.5851
About Buck Creek Mountains
The Buck Creek Mountains are a small, rugged mountain range located in western Nevada, near the California border. The range is characterized by steep, rocky terrain, with numerous canyons and ravines cutting through the landscape. The higher elevations feature alpine meadows and sparse, windswept vegetation, while the lower slopes are covered in pinyon-juniper woodlands. The range is remote and sparsely populated, offering a true wilderness experience for outdoor enthusiasts.
Notable Peaks
Buck Mountain
9,852 ft
Activities
hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Hawthorne, NV
Benton, CA
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.