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Mountain Range
moderate
Hays Canyon Range
Nevada
Elevation Range
5,000 ft - 9,732 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
41.2734, -119.9340
About Hays Canyon Range
The Hays Canyon Range is a remote and rugged mountain range located in northwestern Nevada. Spanning an area of approximately 300 square miles, the range is characterized by steep, jagged peaks, deep canyons, and sparse vegetation. The terrain is generally rocky and challenging, with a mix of high-desert and alpine environments. Hiking trails and primitive roads provide access to the interior of the range, but much of the area remains relatively untouched and pristine.
Notable Peaks
Granite Peak
9,732 ft
Caine Mountain
9,304 ft
Coyote Peak
8,925 ft
Activities
hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Gerlach, NV
Winnemucca, NV
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.