Carbonate Mountain (Colorado) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Carbonate Mountain |
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Carbonate Mountain viewed from the northwest
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 13,670 ft (4,167 m) |
| Prominence | 434 ft (132 m) |
| Isolation | 1.88 mi (3.03 km) |
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 Carbonate Mountain
Location in Colorado
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| Location | Chaffee County, Colorado, U.S. |
| Parent range | Sawatch Range |
| Topo map | USGS 7.5' topographic map Saint Elmo, Colorado |
Carbonate Mountain is a very tall mountain in the southern Sawatch Range. This mountain range is part of the larger Rocky Mountains in North America.
The summit of Carbonate Mountain is 13,670 feet (about 4,167 meters) high. Mountains over 13,000 feet are sometimes called "thirteeners."
Carbonate Mountain is located in the San Isabel National Forest. It is about 8.7 kilometers (5.4 miles) north of a small town called Garfield. Both are in Chaffee County, Colorado, United States.
About Carbonate Mountain
Carbonate Mountain stands proudly in the Sawatch Range. This range is famous for its many high peaks. The Sawatch Range is one of the largest mountain ranges in Colorado.
The mountain is part of the beautiful San Isabel National Forest. This forest covers a huge area in central Colorado. It is a popular place for outdoor activities.
Visitors to the area can enjoy hiking, camping, and seeing wildlife. The views from and around Carbonate Mountain are amazing. They show off the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountains.
