Capay Hills
California
Elevation Range
500 ft - 2,057 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
38.8132, -122.1362
About Capay Hills
The Capay Hills are a small, rugged mountain range located in northern California, spanning across parts of Yolo and Colusa counties. This range is characterized by steep, rocky terrain dotted with chaparral, oak woodlands, and intermittent streams. The hills rise abruptly from the surrounding Central Valley, offering panoramic views and a unique geological setting distinct from the larger Coast Ranges to the west. Elevations in the Capay Hills generally range from around 500 to 2,000 feet above sea level, with the highest point being Bald Mountain at 2,057 feet.
Notable Peaks
Bald Mountain
2,057 ft
Round Mountain
1,963 ft
Goat Mountain
1,775 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.