Piute Range
California
Elevation Range
6,000 ft - 11,500 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
35.2164, -115.0104
About Piute Range
The Piute Range is a small but rugged mountain range located in the eastern Sierra Nevada of California. Stretching for approximately 30 miles, the range features steep, granite-dominated peaks and canyons carved by glaciers. Elevations range from around 6,000 feet in the foothills to over 11,000 feet at the highest summits. The landscape is characterized by alpine lakes, cascading streams, and vast expanses of granite and pine forest. Due to its remote location, the Piute Range sees relatively low visitation compared to other Sierra Nevada ranges, offering a more solitary wilderness experience for outdoor enthusiasts.
Notable Peaks
Olancha Peak
11,489 ft
Horseshoe Peak
11,204 ft
Maggie Peak
10,963 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.