Cedar Mountains
Nevada
Elevation Range
5,000 ft - 9,572 ft
Notable Peaks
2
Coordinates
38.5312, -117.8234
About Cedar Mountains
The Cedar Mountains are a small, isolated mountain range located in western Nevada, near the Utah border. The range is characterized by rugged, steep terrain with several prominent peaks rising above the surrounding desert landscape. The mountains are predominantly composed of limestone and quartzite, creating a stark and dramatic visual contrast against the flat valleys below. The higher elevations support stands of juniper and pinyon pine, while the lower slopes are covered in sagebrush and other desert vegetation. Wildlife in the range includes mule deer, bighorn sheep, and a variety of small mammals and birds.
Notable Peaks
Cedar Peak
9,572 ft
Flat Top Mountain
9,173 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.