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Mountain Range
easy
Kettleman Hills
California
Elevation Range
600 ft - 1,420 ft
Notable Peaks
1
Coordinates
36.0038, -120.0570
About Kettleman Hills
The Kettleman Hills are a low-lying mountain range located in central California. The range is characterized by rolling hills, shallow canyons, and dry scrubland vegetation. The terrain is generally gentle with few steep slopes, making it well-suited for hikers and day-use outdoor activities. The climate is Mediterranean, with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Despite the arid environment, the hills provide habitat for a variety of plant and animal life adapted to the region's semi-arid conditions.
Notable Peaks
Kettleman Peak
1,420 ft
Activities
hiking
day hiking
wildlife viewing
camping
Best Seasons
spring
fall
Gateway Towns
Avenal, CA
Kettleman City, CA
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.