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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

hiking
backpacking
camping
fishing
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Lone Pine, CA
Independence, CA

Location

California

35.2164, -115.0104

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Data Source

Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.

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