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Fan Mountain
Fan Mountain from Ennis 01.jpg
As seen from Madison River Valley
Highest point
Elevation 10,312 ft (3,143 m) NAVD 88
Prominence 2,667 ft (813 m)
Geography
Fan Mountain is located in Montana
Fan Mountain
Fan Mountain
Location in Montana
Parent range Madison Range
Topo map USGS Fan Mountain, MT
Climbing
First ascent Unknown
Easiest route Scramble

Fan Mountain, which stands over 10,312 feet (3,143 m) tall, is a well-known mountain peak. You can find it in the Madison Range in Madison County, Montana, within the Beaverhead National Forest. This mountain is easy to spot because it stands out from the other peaks. It is located on the western side of the Madison Range, near its northern end.

Fan Mountain is directly east of Ennis Lake. Its height and how it stands alone make it easy to see from the town of Ennis, Montana, which is in the Madison River valley.

Discover Fan Mountain

Fan Mountain is a very important part of the Madison Range. It is known for being a "prominent" peak. This means it rises very high above the land around it, making it easy to see from far away. Imagine a giant standing out in a crowd – that's Fan Mountain!

Where is Fan Mountain Located?

This impressive mountain is found in Madison County, Montana, in the United States. It's part of the beautiful Beaverhead National Forest, which is a large area of protected land. The mountain sits on the western edge of the Madison Range.

Waterways Around the Mountain

Two important streams, Jack Creek and Cedar Creek, begin on Fan Mountain. Jack Creek starts on the eastern side, and Cedar Creek starts on the western side. Both of these creeks flow into the Madison River, which is a major river in Montana. These creeks are important for the local wildlife and plants.

Fan Mountain and Wilderness

Fan Mountain is also special because it touches the edge of the Lee Metcalf Wilderness area. A wilderness area is a protected place where nature is left wild and untouched by humans as much as possible. This part of the wilderness is called the Spanish Peaks parcel. It means that Fan Mountain helps protect a natural habitat for many animals and plants.

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