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Indian Rock
Highest point
Elevation 5,849 ft (1,783 m) NAVD 88
Prominence 2,565 ft (782 m)
Geography
Location Klickitat County, Washington, U.S.
Parent range Columbia Plateau
Topo map USGS Indian Rock

Indian Rock is a tall mountain peak located in the state of Washington, USA. It is a notable part of the Columbia Plateau, a large area of flat-topped hills and mountains.

About Indian Rock

Indian Rock stands at an elevation of 5,849 feet (1,783 m) (about 1,783 meters) above sea level. This makes it the highest point in Klickitat County. Klickitat County is in the southern part of Washington state, near the Columbia River.

A "peak" is the highest point of a mountain. The "elevation" tells us how high a place is compared to the sea. Indian Rock is a significant landmark in its region because of its height.

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