To the east of the town is the Sarwat ranges, the northern end of the Hijaz Mountains. This area is known for Neolithic petroglyphs carved into the arid volcanic rock. Northeast of the town is the peak Jabal al-Lawz, () which at 8400 feet is one of the highest peeks in Saudi Arabia. The mountain Jabal Maqla' is to the south of Jabal al Lawz. This 7600 foot high volcanic peak is, like Jabal Lawz, crowned with black basalt. Much of this volcanic region is granite and vegetation is sparse grassland with the occasional tree.