Kichatna Spire facts for kids
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Kichatna Spire is highest peak, centered
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| Elevation | 7,684 ft (2,342 m) |
| Prominence | 6,185 ft (1,885 m) |
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 Kichatna Spire
Location in Alaska
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| Location | Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska, United States |
| Parent range | Alaska Range |
| Topo map | USGS Talkeetna B-6 |
Kichatna Spire is a tall, pointy mountain peak in the Kichatna Mountains of Alaska. It's sometimes called the Kichatna Spires because it's part of a group of dramatic, sharp peaks. This amazing mountain is located in the Alaska Range, which is a huge mountain chain in the state of Alaska, United States.
Kichatna Spire stands at about 7,684-foot (2,342 m) (that's 2,342 meters) high! It's found southwest of Denali, which is the tallest mountain in North America.
Where is Kichatna Spire?
Kichatna Spire is located in a wild and beautiful part of Alaska. Specifically, it's in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough. This area is known for its stunning natural beauty and rugged landscapes. The mountain is also part of the famous Denali National Park and Preserve, a huge park that protects many animals and plants.
Mountain Features
Kichatna Spire is known for its unique shape, which looks like a giant spire or needle pointing to the sky. This makes it a very striking and memorable peak.
Several important glaciers start right at Kichatna Spire. These include:
- Cul-de-sac Glacier
- Shelf Glacier
- Shadows Glacier
Glaciers are like slow-moving rivers of ice. They form when snow piles up over many years and turns into ice. These glaciers flow down from the mountain, shaping the landscape around them.
Part of the Alaska Range
The Alaska Range is a massive mountain range that stretches across south-central Alaska. It's home to some of the highest and most challenging peaks in North America, including Denali. Kichatna Spire is one of the many impressive mountains that make up this range. The Kichatna Mountains are a smaller, particularly rugged part of the larger Alaska Range.
Images for kids
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A view of the rugged terrain in the Kichatna Mountains.
