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Duckwater Hills

Nevada

Elevation Range

6,000 ft - 8,123 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

38.9402, -115.6602

About Duckwater Hills

The Duckwater Hills are a small mountain range located in central Nevada, near the town of Duckwater. The range rises abruptly from the surrounding desert landscape, with rugged, rocky slopes and steep canyons. The terrain is predominantly made up of granite and limestone, with some areas of volcanic rock. Elevations in the Duckwater Hills range from around 6,000 feet to the highest point, Duckwater Peak, at 8,123 feet. The range's remote location and sparse vegetation create a harsh, arid environment that is home to a variety of desert-adapted plants and wildlife.

Notable Peaks

Duckwater Peak

8,123 ft

Quail Mountain

7,890 ft

Chukar Ridge

7,500 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

spring

fall

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Gateway Towns

Duckwater, NV
Ely, NV

Location

Nevada

38.9402, -115.6602

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Data Source

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

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