West Tintic Mountains
Utah
Elevation Range
6,000 ft - 8,251 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
39.8659, -112.3215
About West Tintic Mountains
The West Tintic Mountains are a small mountain range located in west-central Utah, situated between the Tintic Valley and the Sevier Desert. The range is characterized by rugged, arid terrain with steep canyons, exposed rock outcroppings, and sparse vegetation. The highest peaks in the range rise to over 8,000 feet in elevation, offering panoramic views of the surrounding desert landscape. The geology of the West Tintic Mountains is complex, with a mix of sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rock formations that have been shaped by tectonic forces over time.
Notable Peaks
Diamond Peak
8,251 ft
Elephant Head Peak
8,122 ft
Jackrabbit Peak
7,822 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.