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Mountain Range
moderate

Onaqui Mountains

Utah

Elevation Range

5,000 ft - 9,026 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

40.2486, -112.5435

About Onaqui Mountains

The Onaqui Mountains are a small, rugged mountain range located in western Utah, near the town of Dugway. This range is characterized by steep, rocky terrain and arid, desert-like landscapes. The mountains rise abruptly from the surrounding valleys, offering panoramic views across the Great Basin region. Elevations range from around 5,000 feet in the foothills to over 9,000 feet at the highest peaks. The sparse vegetation consists mostly of hardy shrubs, grasses, and scattered juniper and pinyon pine trees, adapted to the dry, harsh climate.

Notable Peaks

Onaqui Peak

9,026 ft

Hickman Peak

8,658 ft

Granite Peak

8,524 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

spring

fall

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Gateway Towns

Dugway, UT
Vernon, UT

Location

Utah

40.2486, -112.5435

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Data Source

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

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