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Mountain Range
moderate

Little Maria Mountains

California

Elevation Range

1,000 ft - 4,038 ft

Notable Peaks

2

Coordinates

33.8915, -114.9073

About Little Maria Mountains

The Little Maria Mountains are a small, rugged mountain range located in southeastern California, near the Colorado River. This range is characterized by steep, rocky slopes and canyons, with elevations ranging from around 1,000 feet to the highest peak at just over 4,000 feet. The landscape is predominantly composed of igneous and metamorphic rock, with sparse vegetation consisting mainly of desert scrub and chaparral. This remote and isolated mountain range offers a sense of solitude and a chance to experience the raw, untamed beauty of the Mojave Desert region.

Notable Peaks

Sheep Peak

4,038 ft

Little Maria Peak

3,853 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
rock climbing
wildlife viewing
camping

Best Seasons

spring

fall

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Gateway Towns

Blythe, CA
Quartzsite, AZ

Location

California

33.8915, -114.9073

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Data Source

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

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