Star Peak, Mountain summit in Pershing County, United States
Star Peak rises to an elevation of 9,836 feet in the Humboldt Range, featuring diverse geological formations and extensive views across Nevada's landscapes.
The mountain has functioned as a navigational reference point for Native American tribes who traversed the region long before modern settlement began.
The mountain draws people interested in geology and mountaineering, with climbers documenting their experiences through detailed route descriptions and trip reports.
Visitors can access the peak via Interstate 80 exit 138 near Humboldt, followed by a frontage road that leads to hiking trails of varying difficulty.
Star Peak stands as one of only 57 peaks in the contiguous United States that exceed 5,000 feet of prominence, making it an ultra-prominent mountain.
Location: Pershing County
GPS coordinates: 40.52242,-118.17077
Latest update: March 20, 2025 19:44
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