Diamond Hills
Nevada
Elevation Range
5,500 ft - 8,235 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
40.1549, -115.8467
About Diamond Hills
The Diamond Hills are a small but rugged mountain range located in western Nevada, near the border with California. These hills rise abruptly from the surrounding desert, with steep, rocky slopes and narrow canyons. The range is characterized by dramatic cliffs, jagged pinnacles, and high-desert vegetation, including pinyon pine, juniper, and sagebrush. Due to the arid climate, permanent streams and water sources are scarce, but wildlife such as bighorn sheep, mule deer, and a variety of birds of prey can be spotted throughout the area.
Notable Peaks
Diamond Peak
8,235 ft
Bullion Peak
7,894 ft
Scossa Peak
7,708 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.