Shelton Buttes
California
Elevation Range
6,000 ft - 8,000 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
41.2157, -123.8621
About Shelton Buttes
The Shelton Buttes are a small mountain range located in the southern Sierra Nevada of California. Formed by volcanic activity, the range features rounded, gently sloping summits rather than jagged, technical peaks. The terrain is predominately forested, with open meadows and exposed rock outcroppings interspersed throughout. Elevations range from around 6,000 to 8,000 feet, offering moderate yet varied hiking challenges.
Notable Peaks
Shelton Peak
7,845 ft
Burge Mountain
7,689 ft
Webber Peak
7,612 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
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Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.
