Mount Buckskin facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mount Buckskin
Mount Buckskin viewed from Fairplay
Highest point
Elevation	13,872 ft (4,228 m)
Prominence	679 ft (207 m)
Isolation	1.49 mi (2.40 km)
Geography
Mount Buckskin Location in Colorado
Location	Park County, Colorado, U.S.
Parent range	Mosquito Range
Topo map	USGS 7.5' topographic map Climax, Colorado

Mount Buckskin is a tall mountain peak found in the Mosquito Range. This mountain range is part of the larger Rocky Mountains in North America.

Mount Buckskin is known as a "thirteener." This means its top reaches over 13,000 feet (about 3,962 meters) above sea level. It stands at 13,872 feet (4,228 meters) high.

About Mount Buckskin

Mount Buckskin is a significant peak in the Mosquito Range. This range is located in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. The mountain's name might make you think of deer, but it refers to its rugged, natural appearance.

Where is Mount Buckskin?

This impressive mountain is located in Park County, Colorado, in the United States. It's found within the Pike National Forest. This forest is a large area of protected land.

Mount Buckskin is about 7.9 kilometers (or 4.9 miles) west-northwest of a small town called Alma, Colorado. Alma is known for being one of the highest incorporated towns in North America.

Mountain Facts

Mount Buckskin reaches an elevation of 13,872 feet (4,228 meters). Mountains over 13,000 feet are often called "thirteeners" by hikers. This makes Mount Buckskin a challenging and rewarding climb for experienced adventurers.

The mountain is part of the Mosquito Range. This range stretches through central Colorado. It is famous for its high peaks and beautiful scenery. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) maps help people explore this area.