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Mountain Range
moderate

Sheep Creek Hills

Idaho

Elevation Range

6,500 ft - 8,430 ft

Notable Peaks

2

Coordinates

42.2587, -111.1611

About Sheep Creek Hills

The Sheep Creek Hills are a small mountain range located in eastern Idaho, near the town of Mackay. This rugged, semi-arid landscape is characterized by rolling hills, steep canyons, and sparse vegetation. The terrain features a mix of rocky outcroppings, scrubby juniper trees, and scattered pine forests. The range serves as an important wildlife habitat, home to species like bighorn sheep, mule deer, and raptors.

Notable Peaks

Sheep Mountain

8,430 ft

Little Sheep Mountain

8,110 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
wildlife viewing
camping

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Mackay, ID
Challis, ID

Location

Idaho

42.2587, -111.1611

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Data Source

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

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