Inyo Mountains
California
Elevation Range
4,000 ft - 14,505 ft
Notable Peaks
5
Coordinates
36.9123, -117.9754
About Inyo Mountains
The Inyo Mountains are a rugged, high-elevation mountain range located in eastern California, near the Nevada border. Spanning over 100 miles, the range is characterized by steep, rocky slopes, deep canyons, and a variety of geologic formations. The terrain is predominantly composed of granite, with areas of metamorphic and sedimentary rock. Elevations range from around 4,000 feet in the valleys to over 14,000 feet at the highest peaks, creating a diverse alpine environment.
Notable Peaks
Mount Whitney
14,505 ft
Telescope Peak
11,049 ft
Lone Pine Peak
12,944 ft
Kearsarge Peak
11,793 ft
Mount Williamson
14,379 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.