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Mountain Range
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Gale Hills

Nevada

Elevation Range

7,500 ft - 9,500 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

36.2436, -114.7768

About Gale Hills

The Gale Hills are a compact mountain range located in central Nevada, offering a rugged and diverse landscape for outdoor enthusiasts. The range is characterized by steep, rocky slopes, scattered forests, and a handful of prominent peaks. The terrain varies from craggy ridges to more gentle, rolling hills, providing a mix of challenging and accessible routes for hikers and backpackers. Despite its relatively small size, the Gale Hills boast impressive scenic vistas, with panoramic views of the surrounding high desert and distant mountain ranges.

Notable Peaks

Mount Gale

9,432 ft

Copper Peak

8,976 ft

Slate Ridge

8,654 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Ely, NV
Eureka, NV

Location

Nevada

36.2436, -114.7768

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Data Source

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

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