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Mountain Range
moderate

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

hiking
backpacking
rock climbing
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

spring

fall

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Gateway Towns

Hawthorne, NV
Tonopah, NV

Location

Nevada

40.1549, -115.8467

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Data Source

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

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