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Gap Mountains

Nevada

Elevation Range

6,000 ft - 7,980 ft

Notable Peaks

1

Coordinates

38.2416, -115.0792

About Gap Mountains

The Gap Mountains are a small, rugged mountain range located in western Nevada. This remote and isolated range is characterized by steep, rocky slopes, deep canyons, and sparse vegetation. The terrain is largely comprised of metamorphic and igneous rock formations, with many exposed cliffs and rocky outcroppings. Elevations in the range generally top out between 7,000-8,000 feet, with the highest point being Pilot Knob at 7,980 feet. The region experiences a typical high desert climate, with hot, dry summers and cold, snowy winters.

Notable Peaks

Pilot Knob

7,980 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
rock climbing
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Hawthorne, NV
Yerington, NV

Location

Nevada

38.2416, -115.0792

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Data Source

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

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