Pinyon Mountains
California
Elevation Range
4,500 ft - 6,940 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
33.0562, -116.3411
About Pinyon Mountains
The Pinyon Mountains are a small, rugged mountain range located in southeastern California, near the border with Nevada. Spanning an area of approximately 200 square miles, the range is characterized by steep, rocky slopes, narrow canyons, and scattered piñon pine and juniper trees. The terrain is generally arid and desert-like, with limited surface water sources. Despite their modest size, the Pinyon Mountains offer a diverse array of geological features, including granite outcroppings, volcanic rock formations, and dry washes carved by intermittent streams.
Notable Peaks
Pinyon Peak
6,940 ft
Cima Dome
5,755 ft
Cowhole Mountain
5,340 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.