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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

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Tonopah, NV
Goldfield, NV

Location

Nevada

39.8774, -115.2696

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Data Source

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

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