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Cuyapaipe Mountain
Cuyapaipe Mountain is located in California
Cuyapaipe Mountain
Location in California
Cuyapaipe Mountain is located in the United States
Cuyapaipe Mountain
Location in the United States
Highest point
Elevation 6,381 ft (1,945 m) NAVD 88
Prominence 1,578 ft (481 m)
Geography
Location San Diego, County, California, U.S.
Parent range Laguna Mountains
Topo map USGS Mount Laguna

Cuyapaipe Mountain is a tall peak located in San Diego County, California. It is also known as Cuyapaipe Peak. This mountain is the highest point in the Laguna Mountains.

About Cuyapaipe Mountain

Cuyapaipe Mountain stands at an impressive height of 6,381 feet (about 1,945 meters). It is the tallest summit in the Laguna Mountains. A summit is the very top part of a mountain.

Where is Cuyapaipe Mountain?

This mountain is found in San Diego County, California, in the United States. It is part of a mountain range called the Laguna Mountains. The area around the mountain is beautiful, with many natural landscapes.

Who Lives Near Cuyapaipe Mountain?

Cuyapaipe Mountain is located on the land of the Ewiiaapaayp Band of Kumeyaay Indians. This group is a Native American tribe. Their land is called the Ewiiaapaayp Indian Reservation.

What is an Indian Reservation?

An Indian Reservation is a special area of land. It is managed by a Native American tribe. These lands are set aside for the tribe by the United States government. They help preserve the tribe's culture and way of life. The Ewiiaapaayp Band has lived in this region for a very long time.

How Tall is Cuyapaipe Mountain?

At 6,381 feet, Cuyapaipe Mountain is quite tall! To give you an idea, that's almost 1.2 miles straight up. It's a significant landmark in the region. Being the highest point means it offers amazing views from the top.

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