Diamond Peak (Nevada) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Diamond Peak |
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A view of Diamond Peak from Eureka Airport
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 10,631 ft (3,240 m) NAVD 88 |
| Prominence | 3,594 ft (1,095 m) |
| Listing | Nevada County High Points 10th |
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 Diamond Peak
Location in Nevada
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| Location | Eureka County and White Pine County, Nevada, U.S. |
| Parent range | Diamond Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS DIAMOND PEAK |
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| Easiest route | From Newark Summit, north along a 4-wheel drive road and then the ridgeline, Class 2 scramble |
Diamond Peak is a very tall mountain in Nevada, United States. It is the highest point in the Diamond Mountains. It is also the tallest mountain in Eureka County.
This peak is special because it is also the most topographically prominent mountain in the area. This means it stands out a lot from the land around it. Imagine a mountain that rises high above everything else nearby. Diamond Peak is one of the top 40 most prominent peaks in all of Nevada!
The mountain is located right on the border of Eureka County and White Pine County. It's about 12 miles northeast of a small town called Eureka. You can find it between the southern part of Diamond Valley and the middle of Newark Valley.
Good news for explorers: Diamond Peak is on public land. This land is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. This means there are no special rules or fees to visit it. You can explore its beauty freely!
Amazing Views from the Top
When you reach the top of Diamond Peak, you get an incredible view. You can see for miles in every direction! It's like being on top of the world.
