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Mountain Range
moderate
Kilgore Hills
California
Elevation Range
6,000 ft - 8,500 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
41.6857, -122.6189
About Kilgore Hills
The Kilgore Hills are a small mountain range located in central California, characterized by rugged granite peaks, deep canyons, and alpine meadows. Formed by ancient volcanic activity, the range features a diverse landscape with steep, rocky slopes, alpine lakes, and dense coniferous forests. The terrain varies from gentle, rolling hills to steep, technical terrain, offering a range of outdoor experiences for visitors.
Notable Peaks
Mount Kilgore
8,450 ft
Granite Peak
7,980 ft
Aspen Ridge
7,650 ft
Activities
hiking
backpacking
camping
rock climbing
fishing
wildlife viewing
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Quincy, CA
Chester, CA
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.