All Mountain Ranges
Mountain Range
moderate
Dogtown Hills
Illinois
Elevation Range
600 ft - 1,200 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
37.9964, -88.0310
About Dogtown Hills
The Dogtown Hills are a small mountain range located in central Illinois, rising abruptly from the surrounding prairie landscape. The range is characterized by steep, rugged terrain with numerous rocky outcroppings and deeply carved ravines. Elevations range from around 600 feet to the highest peak at 1,200 feet. The hills are primarily forested, with a mix of oak, hickory, and pine trees. Wildlife in the area includes deer, wild turkey, and a variety of bird species.
Notable Peaks
Pinnacle Peak
1,205 ft
Wolf Den Bluff
1,120 ft
Eagle Crest
1,050 ft
Activities
hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
rock climbing
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Dogtown, IL
Prairie Crossing, IL
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.