Mount Bennett Hills
Idaho
Elevation Range
4,500 ft - 7,095 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
43.2488, -115.4343
About Mount Bennett Hills
The Mount Bennett Hills are a small mountain range located in south-central Idaho, near the Snake River Plain. The range covers an area of roughly 400 square miles and features rugged, volcanic terrain, with peaks reaching elevations up to 7,000 feet. The landscape is characterized by steep canyons, rocky outcroppings, and sparse vegetation, typical of the high desert environment. The hills were formed by tectonic uplift and volcanic activity millions of years ago, leaving behind a diverse array of geological features and a challenging, yet rewarding, outdoor environment.
Notable Peaks
Mount Bennett
7,095 ft
Fossil Butte
6,820 ft
Thorn Butte
6,540 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.