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Cotterel Mountains

Idaho

Elevation Range

5,500 ft - 8,207 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

42.3465, -113.4564

About Cotterel Mountains

The Cotterel Mountains are a small mountain range located in south-central Idaho, near the town of Oakley. The range is characterized by rugged, volcanic terrain with steep slopes and rocky outcroppings. Elevations range from around 5,500 feet at the base to over 8,200 feet at the highest peaks. The landscape is dominated by juniper and sagebrush vegetation, with scattered stands of pines and firs at higher elevations. The range's remote and undeveloped nature provides a sense of wilderness and solitude for outdoor enthusiasts.

Notable Peaks

Cotterel Peak

8,207 ft

Black Mountain

7,968 ft

Pigeon Mountain

7,851 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
hunting

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Oakley, ID
Burley, ID

Location

Idaho

42.3465, -113.4564

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Data Source

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

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