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Hot Springs Mountains

Nevada

Elevation Range

4,500 ft - 7,134 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

39.6993, -118.9910

About Hot Springs Mountains

The Hot Springs Mountains are a small, arid mountain range located in western Nevada near the border with California. The range is characterized by rugged, rocky terrain, with steep canyons and ridges interspersed with desert vegetation. Elevations in the range generally top out around 7,000 feet, with the highest point being Wagon Wheel Peak at 7,134 feet. Despite the dry climate, several natural hot springs can be found within the mountains, adding to the unique character of the landscape.

Notable Peaks

Wagon Wheel Peak

7,134 ft

Butte Peak

6,834 ft

Hot Springs Mountain

6,726 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
hot springs

Best Seasons

spring

fall

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Gateway Towns

Hawthorne, NV
Tonopah, NV

Location

Nevada

39.6993, -118.9910

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Data Source

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

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