[1] The range forms a relatively isolated part of the Continental Divide, extending north-to-south for approximately 170 kilometres (110 mi)[1] along the boundary between Jackson (east) and Routt counties.

It rises steeply out of the Yampa River basin, forming a climatic barrier that receives much snowfall in winter.

Steamboat Springs, a popular ski resort community, sits on the southwestern flank of the range, at the base of Mount Werner.

The range is prominently visible from both sides and forms a picturesque skyline from much of North Park.

It is traversed at its southern end by Rabbit Ears Pass which carries US 40.