South Hills
California
Elevation Range
7,000 ft - 12,194 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
34.1211, -117.8477
About South Hills
The South Hills are a compact mountain range located in central California, known for their rugged granite peaks and alpine lakes. The range spans an area of approximately 100 square miles, with the highest point reaching over 12,000 feet in elevation. The terrain is characterized by steep, rocky slopes, deep canyons, and numerous glacial cirques and tarns. The South Hills are part of the larger Sierra Nevada mountain system, but their remote and less-traversed nature sets them apart as a unique outdoor destination.
Notable Peaks
Mount Shasta
12,194 ft
Mount Lassen
10,457 ft
Brokeoff Mountain
9,235 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.