Tumey Hills
California
Elevation Range
1,200 ft - 2,600 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
36.5087, -120.6535
About Tumey Hills
The Tumey Hills are a small but rugged mountain range located in central California, within the Panoche Hills region. This range is characterized by steep, rocky slopes and canyons, with elevations ranging from around 1,200 to 2,600 feet. The terrain is largely composed of sedimentary rock formations, including sandstone, shale, and conglomerate, resulting in a dramatic and visually striking landscape. The Tumey Hills are home to a variety of plant and animal life adapted to the area's Mediterranean climate, including chaparral, oak woodlands, and wildlife such as coyotes, raptors, and a diverse array of reptiles and invertebrates.
Notable Peaks
Tumey Peak
2,593 ft
Panoche Peak
2,481 ft
Limekiln Peak
2,387 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.