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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

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Gateway Towns

Hawthorne, NV
Benton, CA

Location

Nevada

41.9230, -115.5851

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Data Source

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

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