Volcan Mountains
California
Elevation Range
3,000 ft - 6,533 ft
Notable Peaks
2
Coordinates
33.1644, -116.6202
About Volcan Mountains
The Volcan Mountains are a small, rugged mountain range located in the eastern part of San Diego County, California. The range is characterized by steep, rocky peaks and deep, narrow canyons carved by intermittent streams. Elevations range from around 3,000 feet in the foothills to over 6,500 feet at the highest summits. The terrain is primarily composed of granitic rock formations, with sparse vegetation including chaparral, oak, and pine trees. The Volcan Mountains are part of the Peninsular Ranges of Southern California and are considered an extension of the Laguna Mountains to the north.
Notable Peaks
Hot Springs Mountain
6,533 ft
Volcan Mountain
6,284 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.