Humbolt Hills
Montana
Elevation Range
7,500 ft - 9,872 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
45.8151, -104.1060
About Humbolt Hills
The Humbolt Hills are a small mountain range located in the heart of Montana, stretching across a remote and rugged region of the state. Characterized by steep, craggy peaks and deeply carved valleys, the range features a diverse landscape of alpine meadows, dense coniferous forests, and scenic alpine lakes. The geology of the Humbolt Hills is dominated by ancient metamorphic and igneous rocks, with prominent outcroppings of granite, schist, and quartzite that give the mountains their distinctive appearance. Despite the range's relatively low elevation compared to other Montana peaks, the Humbolt Hills pose a significant challenge to outdoor enthusiasts due to their remote location and technical terrain.
Notable Peaks
Mount Humbolt
9,872 ft
Glacier Peak
9,342 ft
Sawtooth Mountain
8,915 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.