Alvord Mountain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Alvord Mountain |
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 Location in California
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,052 m (3,451 ft) |
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| District | San Bernardino County |
| Range coordinates | 35°5′50.930″N 116°37′9.105″W / 35.09748056°N 116.61919583°W |
| Topo map | USGS Alvord Mountain East |
Alvord Mountain is a mountain range in San Bernardino County, California. The mountain was named for Charles Alvord, who prospected in the area of the mountain between 1860 and 1862. It is located 17.5 miles northeast of Yermo, California.
History
The Old Spanish Trail crossed Alvord Mountain at Impassable Pass, at the head of Spanish Canyon on its route between Bitter Spring and the Mojave River.
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