List of mountains in Missoula County, Montana facts for kids

Missoula County in Montana is a fantastic place, especially if you love mountains! It's home to at least 98 named mountains, which means there are tons of peaks to explore. These mountains are part of the amazing Rocky Mountains, and they make the landscape super beautiful. They offer incredible views, fun hiking trails, and a chance to see lots of wildlife.

Exploring Missoula's Mountains

Missoula County is packed with mountains, big and small. Some are famous landmarks, while others are hidden gems. These mountains are important for the local environment, providing homes for animals and plants, and they also offer many outdoor activities for people to enjoy.

Famous Peaks You Might Know

Some mountains in Missoula County are very well-known, especially to people living nearby.

• Mount Sentinel is one of the most famous mountains right next to the city of Missoula. It stands tall at 5,131 feet (1,564 m) (about 1,564 meters) and is a popular spot for hiking. You can see a giant "M" on its side, which is a landmark built by students from the University of Montana.
• Mount Jumbo is another well-known peak, also close to Missoula. It's 4,764 feet (1,452 m) (about 1,452 meters) high. Mount Jumbo is famous for its open spaces and is a great place to spot elk during certain times of the year.
• Blue Mountain reaches 6,437 feet (1,962 m) (about 1,962 meters). It's a favorite spot for mountain biking, hiking, and enjoying nature.

Tallest Mountains in the County

Missoula County has some really tall mountains that reach high into the sky.

• Holland Peak is the tallest mountain in Missoula County, standing at an impressive 9,308 feet (2,837 m) (about 2,837 meters). It's a challenging climb, but the views from the top are absolutely breathtaking.
• Fisher Peak is another very high mountain, reaching 8,819 feet (2,688 m) (about 2,688 meters). It's located in the northern part of the county.
• Cooney Mountain is also among the highest, with an elevation of 8,671 feet (2,643 m) (about 2,643 meters).
• Daughter of the Sun Mountain is a beautiful peak, standing at 8,668 feet (2,642 m) (about 2,642 meters).
• Ptarmigan Mountain is named after the ptarmigan bird and is 8,599 feet (2,621 m) (about 2,621 meters) tall.

Other Amazing Mountains

Beyond the famous and tallest peaks, Missoula County is home to many other significant mountains, each with its own unique features.

• Lolo Peak is a prominent mountain at 9,140 feet (2,790 m) (about 2,786 meters) and is part of the Bitterroot Mountains. It's a popular destination for backcountry skiing and hiking.
• Ch-paa-qn Peak stands at 7,989 feet (2,435 m) (about 2,435 meters). Its name comes from the Salish language.
• Blacktail Peak is a tall peak at 7,999 feet (2,438 m) (about 2,438 meters).
• Stuart Peak is another high point at 7,867 feet (2,398 m) (about 2,398 meters).
• Sheep Mountain is 7,651 feet (2,332 m) (about 2,332 meters) high.
• TV Mountain is 6,821 feet (2,079 m) (about 2,079 meters) tall and gets its name from the communication towers located on its summit.
• Waterworks Hill is a smaller hill at 3,402 feet (1,037 m) (about 1,037 meters) but is a popular spot for quick hikes and enjoying views of the city.

There are many more mountains, each contributing to the rugged beauty of Missoula County. Some of these include:

• Albert Point, el. 5,945 feet (1,812 m)
• Baldy, el. 5,085 feet (1,550 m)
• Baldy Mountain, el. 5,978 feet (1,822 m)
• Bata Mountain, el. 5,850 feet (1,780 m)
• Beavertail Hill, el. 4,078 feet (1,243 m)
• Belmont Point, el. 6,657 feet (2,029 m)
• Black Mountain, el. 5,863 feet (1,787 m)
• Black Mountain, el. 6,919 feet (2,109 m)
• Blue Point, el. 6,798 feet (2,072 m)
• Boles Point, el. 6,368 feet (1,941 m)
• Bonner Mountain, el. 6,808 feet (2,075 m)
• Boulder Point, el. 7,293 feet (2,223 m)
• Boyd Mountain, el. 4,921 feet (1,500 m)
• Burnt Fork Pinnacle, el. 6,624 feet (2,019 m)
• Carmine Peak, el. 8,474 feet (2,583 m)
• Cayuse Hill, el. 3,658 feet (1,115 m)
• Charity Peak, el. 6,535 feet (1,992 m)
• Council Hill, el. 3,291 feet (1,003 m)
• Davis Point, el. 5,623 feet (1,714 m)
• Diamond Mountain, el. 4,304 feet (1,312 m)
• Diamond Point, el. 4,977 feet (1,517 m)
• Edith Peak, el. 6,768 feet (2,063 m)
• Elk Creek Point, el. 4,849 feet (1,478 m)
• Elk Mountain, el. 6,115 feet (1,864 m)
• Ellis Mountain, el. 5,932 feet (1,808 m)
• Fawn Peak, el. 5,689 feet (1,734 m)
• Ginny Mountain, el. 4,695 feet (1,431 m)
• Goat Mountain, el. 8,169 feet (2,490 m)
• Gold Creek Peak, el. 7,214 feet (2,199 m)
• Gyp Mountain, el. 7,989 feet (2,435 m)
• Hemlock Point, el. 7,766 feet (2,367 m)
• Horsehead Peak, el. 6,693 feet (2,040 m)
• Iris Point, el. 6,421 feet (1,957 m)
• Lindy Peak, el. 8,353 feet (2,546 m)
• Little Belmont Point, el. 5,256 feet (1,602 m)
• Little Carmine Peak, el. 7,867 feet (2,398 m)
• Lockwood Point, el. 6,663 feet (2,031 m)
• Lost Mountain, el. 8,146 feet (2,483 m)
• Martin Point, el. 6,017 feet (1,834 m)
• McCauley Butte, el. 3,438 feet (1,048 m)
• McLeod Peak, el. 8,632 feet (2,631 m)
• Miller Peak, el. 7,027 feet (2,142 m)
• Mineral Peak, el. 7,451 feet (2,271 m)
• Mitten Mountain, el. 6,007 feet (1,831 m)
• Mormon Peak, el. 6,047 feet (1,843 m)
• Morrison Peak, el. 5,627 feet (1,715 m)
• Mosquito Peak, el. 8,018 feet (2,444 m)
• Mount Dean Stone, el. 6,204 feet (1,891 m)
• Mount Henry, el. 7,096 feet (2,163 m)
• Mount Shoemaker, el. 7,940 feet (2,420 m)
• Murphy Peak, el. 8,163 feet (2,488 m)
• North Jocko Peak, el. 7,700 feet (2,300 m)
• Olson Peak, el. 6,214 feet (1,894 m)
• Petty Mountain, el. 7,257 feet (2,212 m)
• Pilot Knob, el. 7,231 feet (2,204 m)
• Point Saint Charles, el. 8,330 feet (2,540 m)
• Point Six, el. 7,940 feet (2,420 m)
• Red Butte, el. 7,654 feet (2,333 m)
• Richmond Peak, el. 7,113 feet (2,168 m)
• Rocky Peak, el. 6,680 feet (2,040 m)
• Rocky Point, el. 7,775 feet (2,370 m)
• Skookum Butte, el. 7,234 feet (2,205 m)
• Sugarloaf Mountain, el. 7,982 feet (2,433 m)
• Sunday Mountain, el. 8,123 feet (2,476 m)
• Sunflower Mountain, el. 5,673 feet (1,729 m)
• Sunset Crags, el. 8,202 feet (2,500 m)
• Sunset Hill, el. 3,875 feet (1,181 m)
• Sunset Peak, el. 8,291 feet (2,527 m)
• Sunset Peak, el. 7,142 feet (2,177 m)
• Tango Point, el. 7,657 feet (2,334 m)
• Telephone Butte, el. 6,883 feet (2,098 m)
• Three Summit Peak, el. 7,972 feet (2,430 m)
• Triangle Peak, el. 7,792 feet (2,375 m)
• University Mountain, el. 5,705 feet (1,739 m)
• Wagon Mountain, el. 5,728 feet (1,746 m)
• Waldbillig Mountain, el. 8,212 feet (2,503 m)
• Weather Peak, el. 8,179 feet (2,493 m)
• West Fork Butte, el. 6,145 feet (1,873 m)
• West Fork Point, el. 6,243 feet (1,903 m)
• Wild Horse Point, el. 5,800 feet (1,800 m)
• Wishard Peak, el. 6,368 feet (1,941 m)
• Wolverine Peak, el. 8,770 feet (2,670 m)
• Woody Mountain, el. 6,201 feet (1,890 m)

Why So Many Mountains?

Missoula County is located in a part of Montana where the Rocky Mountains are very prominent. Millions of years ago, huge forces deep within the Earth pushed and folded the land, creating these massive mountain ranges. Over time, glaciers and weather helped shape them into the peaks and valleys we see today. This makes the area a fantastic natural playground and a key part of Montana's famous scenery.

See also

• List of mountains in Montana
• List of mountain ranges in Montana