List of mountains in Park County, Montana facts for kids
Park County, Montana, is a special place in the United States, known for its amazing natural beauty. It's home to many tall and impressive mountains. In fact, there are at least 114 named mountains in this county! These mountains are a big part of what makes Park County so unique and a great spot for outdoor adventures.
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Exploring the Mountains of Park County
A mountain is a large natural rise of the Earth's surface, usually with a peak. The height of a mountain is called its elevation, which is measured from sea level. In Park County, you'll find mountains of all shapes and sizes, from towering peaks to smaller hills and buttes. Each one has its own name and story.
Many of these mountains are part of the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness, a huge protected area. This means they are kept wild and natural, providing homes for many animals and plants.
Tallest Peaks in Park County
Among the many mountains, some stand out because of their impressive height. The tallest mountain in Park County, and indeed in all of Montana, is Granite Peak. It reaches an incredible elevation of 12,693 feet (3,869 m)! Imagine standing on top of that!
Other very tall mountains include:
- Glacier Peak at 12,342 feet (3,762 m)
- Mount Villard at 12,254 feet (3,735 m)
- Cairn Mountain at 12,221 feet (3,725 m)
- Mystic Mountain at 12,093 feet (3,686 m)
These high peaks are often covered in snow for much of the year, even in summer. They offer challenging climbs for experienced hikers and climbers.
Different Kinds of Mountains
You might notice that not all the named places are called "mountains." Some are called "buttes," "knobs," or "hills."
- A butte is a tall, flat-topped hill with steep sides. Think of it like a mini-mountain with a flat head! Examples include Antelope Butte and Buffalo Butte.
- A knob is a small, rounded hill or mountain. Bald Knob is one example.
- A peak is the highest point of a mountain. Many mountains are named after their peaks, like Arrow Peak.
These different names help describe the unique shapes and features of the land in Park County.
Wildlife and Nature
The mountains of Park County are home to a wide variety of wildlife. You might see elk, deer, bighorn sheep, and even grizzly bears or wolfes. The forests and meadows on the mountain slopes are filled with different kinds of trees, wildflowers, and other plants. It's a truly wild and beautiful place.
Fun Things to Do
With so many mountains, Park County is a paradise for outdoor activities. People love to go hiking, camping, fishing in mountain streams, and wildlife photography. In winter, some areas are great for skiing and snowshoeing. Exploring these mountains is a fantastic way to connect with nature and see some of the most stunning scenery in Montana.
- Antelope Butte, 45°50′10″N 110°21′58″W / 45.83611°N 110.36611°W, el. 6,197 feet (1,889 m)
- Antelope Butte, 45°29′59″N 110°41′22″W / 45.49972°N 110.68944°W, el. 6,427 feet (1,959 m)
- Arrow Peak, 45°20′08″N 110°33′12″W / 45.33556°N 110.55333°W, el. 9,108 feet (2,776 m)
- Ash Mountain, 45°06′00″N 110°32′58″W / 45.10000°N 110.54944°W, el. 10,223 feet (3,116 m)
- Baboon Mountain, 45°13′48″N 110°14′03″W / 45.23000°N 110.23417°W, el. 10,236 feet (3,120 m)
- Baker Mountain, 45°32′32″N 110°14′09″W / 45.54222°N 110.23583°W, el. 7,293 feet (2,223 m)
- Bald Knob, 45°32′04″N 110°50′59″W / 45.53444°N 110.84972°W, el. 7,730 feet (2,360 m)
- Bald Mountain, 45°03′33″N 110°37′02″W / 45.05917°N 110.61722°W, el. 8,533 feet (2,601 m)
- Black Mountain, 45°28′17″N 110°27′59″W / 45.47139°N 110.46639°W, el. 10,948 feet (3,337 m)
- Black Mountain, 46°05′05″N 110°25′07″W / 46.08472°N 110.41861°W, el. 9,268 feet (2,825 m)
- Black Mountain, 45°07′55″N 110°55′22″W / 45.13194°N 110.92278°W, el. 8,783 feet (2,677 m)
- Boulder Mountain, 45°22′28″N 110°21′04″W / 45.37444°N 110.35111°W, el. 10,426 feet (3,178 m)
- Buffalo Butte, 45°04′00″N 110°19′09″W / 45.06667°N 110.31917°W, el. 9,386 feet (2,861 m)
- Buffalo Mountain, 45°02′16″N 110°37′20″W / 45.03778°N 110.62222°W, el. 7,697 feet (2,346 m)
- Bull Mountain, 45°02′22″N 110°25′27″W / 45.03944°N 110.42417°W, el. 8,251 feet (2,515 m)
- Cairn Mountain, 45°08′47″N 109°48′01″W / 45.14639°N 109.80028°W, el. 12,221 feet (3,725 m)
- Canyon Mountain, 45°36′04″N 110°40′28″W / 45.60111°N 110.67444°W, el. 8,025 feet (2,446 m)
- Carbonate Mountain, 45°18′26″N 110°16′18″W / 45.30722°N 110.27167°W, el. 9,222 feet (2,811 m)
- Cedar Butte, 45°49′35″N 110°26′11″W / 45.82639°N 110.43639°W, el. 5,420 feet (1,650 m)
- Chico Peak, 45°18′08″N 110°38′15″W / 45.30222°N 110.63750°W, el. 10,157 feet (3,096 m)
- Choke-To-Death Butte, 45°51′53″N 110°21′51″W / 45.86472°N 110.36417°W, el. 6,316 feet (1,925 m)
- Cinnabar Mountain, 45°06′12″N 110°48′14″W / 45.10333°N 110.80389°W, el. 7,109 feet (2,167 m)
- Conical Peak, 46°03′20″N 110°19′54″W / 46.05556°N 110.33167°W, el. 10,702 feet (3,262 m)
- Courthouse Mountain, 45°08′10″N 109°56′40″W / 45.13611°N 109.94444°W, el. 10,495 feet (3,199 m)
- Crevice Mountain, 45°02′38″N 110°35′35″W / 45.04389°N 110.59306°W, el. 8,829 feet (2,691 m)
- Crow Mountain, 45°15′38″N 110°21′09″W / 45.26056°N 110.35250°W, el. 10,676 feet (3,254 m)
- Crown Butte, 45°03′09″N 109°57′42″W / 45.05250°N 109.96167°W, el. 10,207 feet (3,111 m)
- Crystal Cross Mountain, 45°12′20″N 110°57′08″W / 45.20556°N 110.95222°W, el. 7,080 feet (2,160 m)
- Cutoff Mountain, 45°01′55″N 110°06′55″W / 45.03194°N 110.11528°W, el. 10,666 feet (3,251 m)
- Deaf Jim Knob, 45°03′35″N 110°50′44″W / 45.05972°N 110.84556°W, el. 8,156 feet (2,486 m)
- Dexter Point, 45°23′46″N 110°32′54″W / 45.39611°N 110.54833°W, el. 10,105 feet (3,080 m)
- Dome Mountain, 45°11′22″N 110°51′48″W / 45.18944°N 110.86333°W, el. 8,573 feet (2,613 m)
- Electric Peak, 45°00′19″N 110°50′15″W / 45.00528°N 110.83750°W, el. 10,961 feet (3,341 m)
- Elephanthead Mountain, 45°33′08″N 110°25′04″W / 45.55222°N 110.41778°W, el. 9,422 feet (2,872 m)
- Elk Mountain, 45°56′08″N 110°27′47″W / 45.93556°N 110.46306°W, el. 6,378 feet (1,944 m)
- Emigrant Peak, 45°15′47″N 110°42′26″W / 45.26306°N 110.70722°W, el. 10,915 feet (3,327 m)
- Fisher Mountain, 45°03′56″N 109°57′33″W / 45.06556°N 109.95917°W, el. 10,190 feet (3,110 m)
- Glacier Peak, 45°08′59″N 109°50′58″W / 45.14972°N 109.84944°W, el. 12,342 feet (3,762 m)
- Gobblers Knob, 45°50′58″N 110°42′16″W / 45.84944°N 110.70444°W, el. 6,106 feet (1,861 m)
- Granite Peak, 45°09′48″N 109°48′29″W / 45.16333°N 109.80806°W, el. 12,693 feet (3,869 m)
- Granite Peak, 46°02′15″N 110°18′16″W / 46.03750°N 110.30444°W, el. 10,102 feet (3,079 m)
- Green Mountain, 45°19′31″N 110°36′10″W / 45.32528°N 110.60278°W, el. 7,963 feet (2,427 m)
- Hanlon Hill, 45°04′25″N 110°38′34″W / 45.07361°N 110.64278°W, el. 7,244 feet (2,208 m)
- Hellroaring Mountain, 45°00′11″N 110°26′42″W / 45.00306°N 110.44500°W, el. 8,235 feet (2,510 m)
- Henderson Mountain, 45°03′05″N 109°56′42″W / 45.05139°N 109.94500°W, el. 10,272 feet (3,131 m)
- High Mountain, 45°10′42″N 110°46′27″W / 45.17833°N 110.77417°W, el. 8,730 feet (2,660 m)
- Hole-In-The Rock, 45°50′50″N 110°18′40″W / 45.84722°N 110.31111°W, el. 5,446 feet (1,660 m)
- Horse Mountain, 45°04′31″N 110°28′36″W / 45.07528°N 110.47667°W, el. 9,737 feet (2,968 m)
- Horseshoe Mountain, 45°09′07″N 110°05′11″W / 45.15194°N 110.08639°W, el. 9,997 feet (3,047 m)
- Hummingbird Peak, 45°06′40″N 110°17′59″W / 45.11111°N 110.29972°W, el. 10,010 feet (3,050 m)
- Ibex Mountain, 45°59′13″N 110°28′04″W / 45.98694°N 110.46778°W, el. 7,356 feet (2,242 m)
- Iceberg Peak, 45°07′50″N 109°53′16″W / 45.13056°N 109.88778°W, el. 11,525 feet (3,513 m)
- Iddings Peak, 46°00′49″N 110°19′01″W / 46.01361°N 110.31694°W, el. 10,938 feet (3,334 m)
- Iron Mountain, 45°09′16″N 110°18′01″W / 45.15444°N 110.30028°W, el. 10,489 feet (3,197 m)
- Kavanaugh Hills, 46°06′28″N 110°40′01″W / 46.10778°N 110.66694°W, el. 5,689 feet (1,734 m)
- Knowles Peak, 45°18′17″N 110°32′37″W / 45.30472°N 110.54361°W, el. 8,094 feet (2,467 m)
- Lion Mountain, 45°31′23″N 110°20′51″W / 45.52306°N 110.34750°W, el. 7,953 feet (2,424 m)
- Livingston Peak, 45°35′23″N 110°27′34″W / 45.58972°N 110.45944°W, el. 9,295 feet (2,833 m)
- Lookout Mountain, 45°05′43″N 110°13′08″W / 45.09528°N 110.21889°W, el. 9,600 feet (2,900 m)
- Mans Foot Mountain, 45°08′04″N 110°55′15″W / 45.13444°N 110.92083°W, el. 9,413 feet (2,869 m)
- Marten Peak, 45°27′14″N 110°26′33″W / 45.45389°N 110.44250°W, el. 10,541 feet (3,213 m)
- Meldrum Mountain, 45°02′51″N 111°00′57″W / 45.04750°N 111.01583°W, el. 9,468 feet (2,886 m)
- Meridian Peak, 45°01′38″N 110°00′09″W / 45.02722°N 110.00250°W, el. 10,466 feet (3,190 m)
- Middle Mountain, 45°04′49″N 109°51′24″W / 45.08028°N 109.85667°W, el. 9,695 feet (2,955 m)
- Miller Mountain, 45°02′47″N 109°58′39″W / 45.04639°N 109.97750°W, el. 10,410 feet (3,170 m)
- Mineral Hill, 45°04′06″N 110°37′16″W / 45.06833°N 110.62111°W, el. 7,566 feet (2,306 m)
- Mineral Mountain, 45°01′51″N 109°59′53″W / 45.03083°N 109.99806°W, el. 10,469 feet (3,191 m)
- Mineral Mountain, 45°12′53″N 110°36′56″W / 45.21472°N 110.61556°W, el. 10,272 feet (3,131 m)
- Monitor Peak, 45°09′43″N 110°38′34″W / 45.16194°N 110.64278°W, el. 10,394 feet (3,168 m)
- Moolsh Hill, 45°54′13″N 110°33′39″W / 45.90361°N 110.56083°W, el. 5,318 feet (1,621 m)
- Mount Abundance, 45°04′38″N 110°01′16″W / 45.07722°N 110.02111°W, el. 10,098 feet (3,078 m)
- Mount Cowen, 45°23′20″N 110°29′10″W / 45.38889°N 110.48611°W, el. 11,053 feet (3,369 m)
- Mount Delano, 45°31′25″N 110°28′16″W / 45.52361°N 110.47111°W, el. 10,121 feet (3,085 m)
- Mount Fox, 45°07′17″N 109°55′50″W / 45.12139°N 109.93056°W, el. 11,214 feet (3,418 m)
- Mount Greeley, 45°37′09″N 110°16′50″W / 45.61917°N 110.28056°W, el. 7,070 feet (2,150 m)
- Mount McKnight, 45°29′45″N 110°26′58″W / 45.49583°N 110.44944°W, el. 10,298 feet (3,139 m)
- Mount Rae, 45°30′44″N 110°16′11″W / 45.51222°N 110.26972°W, el. 9,193 feet (2,802 m)
- Mount Villard, 45°08′58″N 109°49′56″W / 45.14944°N 109.83222°W, el. 12,254 feet (3,735 m)
- Mount Wallace, 45°11′46″N 110°27′56″W / 45.19611°N 110.46556°W, el. 10,630 feet (3,240 m)
- Mount Wilse, 45°07′55″N 109°52′01″W / 45.13194°N 109.86694°W, el. 11,788 feet (3,593 m)
- Mount Zimmer, 45°07′01″N 109°53′36″W / 45.11694°N 109.89333°W, el. 11,519 feet (3,511 m)
- Mystic Mountain, 45°10′04″N 109°50′26″W / 45.16778°N 109.84056°W, el. 12,093 feet (3,686 m)
- Oregon Mountain, 45°02′40″N 110°34′51″W / 45.04444°N 110.58083°W, el. 8,793 feet (2,680 m)
- Oxide Mountain, 45°04′48″N 109°50′24″W / 45.08000°N 109.84000°W, el. 10,010 feet (3,050 m)
- Palmer Mountain, 45°03′24″N 110°35′12″W / 45.05667°N 110.58667°W, el. 9,275 feet (2,827 m)
- Pine Mountain, 45°34′34″N 110°44′28″W / 45.57611°N 110.74111°W, el. 7,641 feet (2,329 m)
- Rattlesnake Butte, 45°01′13″N 110°39′00″W / 45.02028°N 110.65000°W, el. 6,722 feet (2,049 m)
- Red Mountain, 45°12′18″N 110°47′40″W / 45.20500°N 110.79444°W, el. 8,835 feet (2,693 m)
- Republic Mountain, 45°00′02″N 109°57′20″W / 45.00056°N 109.95556°W, el. 9,987 feet (3,044 m)
- Roundhead Butte, 45°06′55″N 110°14′24″W / 45.11528°N 110.24000°W, el. 10,193 feet (3,107 m)
- Sawtooth Mountain, 45°08′22″N 109°54′03″W / 45.13944°N 109.90083°W, el. 11,476 feet (3,498 m)
- Sawtooth Mountain, 45°06′30″N 110°58′42″W / 45.10833°N 110.97833°W, el. 9,413 feet (2,869 m)
- Scotch Bonnet Mountain, 45°04′24″N 109°57′04″W / 45.07333°N 109.95111°W, el. 10,344 feet (3,153 m)
- Sheep Mountain, 45°45′39″N 110°22′29″W / 45.76083°N 110.37472°W, el. 6,306 feet (1,922 m)
- Sheep Mountain, 45°04′18″N 109°55′44″W / 45.07167°N 109.92889°W, el. 10,505 feet (3,202 m)
- Sheep Mountain, 45°06′47″N 110°42′05″W / 45.11306°N 110.70139°W, el. 10,462 feet (3,189 m)
- Sheep Mountain, 45°05′53″N 111°00′17″W / 45.09806°N 111.00472°W, el. 9,875 feet (3,010 m)
- Sheepherder Peak, 45°10′17″N 110°14′13″W / 45.17139°N 110.23694°W, el. 10,184 feet (3,104 m)
- Shooting Star Mountain, 45°04′34″N 110°57′25″W / 45.07611°N 110.95694°W, el. 9,652 feet (2,942 m)
- Sliding Mountain, 45°11′40″N 110°44′34″W / 45.19444°N 110.74278°W, el. 9,383 feet (2,860 m)
- Sphinx Mountain, 45°09′20″N 110°51′54″W / 45.15556°N 110.86500°W, el. 7,129 feet (2,173 m)
- Sugar Loaf Mountain, 46°05′38″N 110°26′45″W / 46.09389°N 110.44583°W, el. 8,563 feet (2,610 m)
- Sugarloaf Mountain, 45°02′26″N 110°07′57″W / 45.04056°N 110.13250°W, el. 9,524 feet (2,903 m)
- Sunlight Peak, 46°06′18″N 110°23′44″W / 46.10500°N 110.39556°W, el. 10,085 feet (3,074 m)
- Sunset Peak, 45°02′37″N 110°00′15″W / 45.04361°N 110.00417°W, el. 9,504 feet (2,897 m)
- Sunset Peak, 45°02′44″N 110°00′01″W / 45.04556°N 110.00028°W, el. 10,200 feet (3,100 m)
- The Needles, 45°21′51″N 110°18′19″W / 45.36417°N 110.30528°W, el. 10,800 feet (3,300 m)
- The Pyramid, 45°18′26″N 110°23′18″W / 45.30722°N 110.38833°W, el. 10,735 feet (3,272 m)
- Turkey Pen Peak, 45°00′43″N 110°38′22″W / 45.01194°N 110.63944°W, el. 6,985 feet (2,129 m)
- War Eagle Mountain, 45°15′03″N 110°16′32″W / 45.25083°N 110.27556°W, el. 8,973 feet (2,735 m)
- Wilsall Peak, 46°01′36″N 110°20′47″W / 46.02667°N 110.34639°W, el. 10,482 feet (3,195 m)
- Wineglass Mountain, 45°36′03″N 110°38′50″W / 45.60083°N 110.64722°W, el. 7,900 feet (2,400 m)
- Wolf Mountain, 45°09′01″N 109°54′49″W / 45.15028°N 109.91361°W, el. 11,752 feet (3,582 m)
- Wolverine Peak, 45°03′12″N 110°00′34″W / 45.05333°N 110.00944°W, el. 10,479 feet (3,194 m)
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