![]() In fact, it's a ridge of Montgomery Peak (13,441) located just over the line in California. The truth is, Boundary is not a true "peak" in the definition of the word. ![]() In a state known for its wild debates, the state's highest point does not come without some controversy. Boundary is the farthest peak on the left as seen from Adobe Valley off of CA 120 just west of Benton. The best profile of Boundary Peak can be seen here just over the state line in California. Every peak bagger familiar with Boundary will probably admit to being chased off the mountain because of its wild summer lightning! Start early because the White Mountains create their own weather patterns in the summer. From SR 264, look for a road leading to "Trail Canyon, Boundary Peak" and follow it for 5 miles to the trailhead. In 2009, Boundary Peak was given its own wilderness area, and given its superlative status, you can bet hikers flock here to be above the rest of the Silver State! Boundary can be climbed in a long, grueling 8-mile ascent from the desert floor in Fish Lake Valley. Instead, it floats and blends in with its neighboring high points above the surrounding desert. Unlike Whitney or Denali, Boundary Peak does not dominate the skyline. Boundary Peak is the northernmost highest peak in the White Mountains and resides barely 3/4 of a mile inside the state boundary and its location often comes as a surprise to most Nevadans. ![]() At 13,140 feet above sea level, Boundary Peak rises above the rest of Nevada as the state's highest point.
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