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Desert Creek Mountains

Nevada

Elevation Range

5,000 ft - 9,210 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

38.6110, -119.2840

About Desert Creek Mountains

The Desert Creek Mountains are a small, rugged mountain range located in central Nevada. Characterized by steep, rocky slopes and narrow canyons, this range rises abruptly from the surrounding high desert landscape. Elevations range from around 5,000 feet in the foothills to over 9,000 feet at the highest summits. The terrain is largely arid and sparse, with scattered piñon-juniper woodlands and desert shrubs. Despite the harsh climate, the mountains provide important habitat for wildlife such as bighorn sheep, mule deer, and various bird species.

Notable Peaks

Grouse Mountain

9,210 ft

Desert Peak

8,946 ft

Bald Mountain

8,685 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
wildlife viewing
camping

Best Seasons

spring

fall

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Gateway Towns

Tonopah, NV
Ely, NV

Location

Nevada

38.6110, -119.2840

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Data Source

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

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