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Mountain Range
moderate
Monte Cristo Range
Utah
Elevation Range
5,000 ft - 11,031 ft
Notable Peaks
2
Coordinates
41.4218, -111.5174
About Monte Cristo Range
The Monte Cristo Range is a small mountain range located in northwestern Utah, near the border with Nevada. This arid, high desert range is characterized by rugged, rocky peaks, deep canyons, and vast open spaces. The terrain is primarily composed of sedimentary and volcanic rock, with steep, exposed slopes and minimal vegetation. The range experiences a continental climate, with hot, dry summers and cold, snowy winters.
Notable Peaks
Monte Cristo Peak
9,820 ft
Deseret Peak
11,031 ft
Activities
hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
off-road driving
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Tooele, UT
Wendover, UT
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.