Butte Mountains
Nevada
Elevation Range
6,000 ft - 9,534 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
39.8774, -115.2696
About Butte Mountains
The Butte Mountains are a relatively small and rugged mountain range located in central Nevada. Spanning an area of around 200 square miles, the range features a series of jagged, granite peaks rising abruptly from the surrounding desert landscape. The terrain is characterized by steep, rocky slopes, narrow canyons, and sparse vegetation, typical of the high-desert environment. While not particularly tall, the Butte Mountains offer a sense of remoteness and solitude due to their isolated location away from major population centers.
Notable Peaks
Pilot Peak
9,534 ft
Granite Peak
9,410 ft
Bunker Hill
9,150 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.