The Badlands
California
Elevation Range
3,000 ft - 5,538 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
33.9521, -117.0797
About The Badlands
The Badlands is a unique and rugged mountain range located in central California. Formed by millions of years of erosion, the landscape is characterized by steep, jagged canyons, towering rock formations, and barren, otherworldly terrain. The Badlands are situated in a high-desert environment, with sparse vegetation and a harsh, arid climate. Despite the inhospitable appearance, the range is home to a variety of desert-adapted wildlife, including bighorn sheep, coyotes, and a diverse array of birds and reptiles.
Notable Peaks
Zabriskie Point
5,475 ft
Dante's View
5,475 ft
Manly Beacon
5,538 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.