Leppy Hills
Nevada
Elevation Range
5,800 ft - 7,500 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
40.7822, -114.0718
About Leppy Hills
The Leppy Hills are a small mountain range located in the southwestern corner of Nevada, near the border with California. The range is characterized by rugged, rocky peaks and steep, narrow canyons carved into the desert landscape. The terrain is a mix of sharp ridges, boulder fields, and sparse vegetation, typical of the rain shadow region of the Great Basin. Despite the arid climate, the range offers scenic hiking opportunities and provides habitat for desert-adapted wildlife.
Notable Peaks
Leppy Peak
7,241 ft
Shale Summit
6,912 ft
Dry Canyon Crest
6,543 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.