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Las Alturas

California

Elevation Range

8,000 ft - 12,842 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

35.9341, -119.9976

About Las Alturas

The Las Alturas mountain range is a rugged and remote wilderness area located in the southern Sierra Nevada mountains of central California. Spanning over 200 square miles, the range features dramatic granite peaks, deep glacial valleys, and high alpine lakes and meadows. The terrain is predominantly steep and rocky, with numerous challenging hiking trails and technical climbing routes. The range's isolated location and lack of infrastructure make it a true wilderness experience for adventurous outdoor enthusiasts.

Notable Peaks

Pico Nevado

12,842 ft

Mount Estrella

12,604 ft

Cerro Blanco

12,398 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
rock climbing
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Inyokern, CA
Lone Pine, CA

Location

California

35.9341, -119.9976

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Data Source

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

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