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Mountain Range
moderate
Siskiyou Mountains
California
Elevation Range
2,000 ft - 14,179 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
41.8332, -123.6678
About Siskiyou Mountains
The Siskiyou Mountains are a rugged mountain range located in northern California, straddling the border with Oregon. This geologically diverse range is characterized by steep, forested slopes, deep river canyons, and a mix of volcanic and sedimentary rock formations. The terrain is generally remote and challenging, with limited road access to the interior. Elevations range from around 2,000 feet in the valleys to over 7,500 feet at the summits of the highest peaks.
Notable Peaks
Mount Shasta
14,179 ft
Red Buttes
7,531 ft
Preston Peak
7,309 ft
Activities
hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Yreka, CA
Weed, CA
Ashland, OR
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.