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Mountain Range
moderate
Cottonwood Mountain
Oregon
Elevation Range
5,500 ft - 7,123 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
44.1685, -117.6621
About Cottonwood Mountain
Cottonwood Mountain is a small mountain range located in eastern Oregon. The range is characterized by rugged, forested terrain with steep slopes and rocky outcroppings. The landscape features a mix of old-growth pine and fir forests, alpine meadows, and dramatic cliffs and canyons carved by glacial activity. The range's highest peaks rise to over 7,000 feet in elevation, offering panoramic views of the surrounding high desert and volcanic landscapes.
Notable Peaks
Cottonwood Peak
7,123 ft
Cinder Butte
6,985 ft
Desolation Peak
6,742 ft
Activities
hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
nature photography
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Mitchell, OR
John Day, OR
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.