Mount Jackson (Wyoming) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mount Jackson
Mount Jackson Location in Wyoming
Highest point
Elevation	8,231 ft (2,509 m)
Geography
Location	Yellowstone National Park, Teton County, Wyoming
Parent range	Gallatin Range
Topo map	Mount Jackson

Mount Jackson is a mountain peak located in the famous Yellowstone National Park. It stands tall at about 8,231 feet (2,509 m) high. You can find it just north of the Madison River, within the Gallatin Range of mountains.

About Mount Jackson

Mount Jackson is a notable feature in the northern part of Yellowstone National Park. Its height makes it one of the many impressive peaks in the park's landscape. The mountain is part of the Gallatin Range, which stretches across parts of Montana and Wyoming. This area is known for its beautiful scenery and wildlife.

Who Was William Henry Jackson?

Mount Jackson is named to honor William Henry Jackson. He was a very important photographer. In 1871, he was the main photographer for the Hayden Geological Survey. This was a big scientific trip that explored the Yellowstone area.

Jackson's photos were some of the first ever taken of Yellowstone. They helped show people how amazing the park was. He also joined other trips to Yellowstone later on.

How Mount Jackson Got Its Name

The idea to name the mountain after William Henry Jackson came from a park naturalist in 1935. A naturalist is someone who studies nature. The name wasn't officially given until 1937. This was because they waited for Jackson himself to approve it, since he was still alive.

William Henry Jackson loved Yellowstone. He visited the park often until he passed away in 1942. His work helped people understand and appreciate the beauty of Yellowstone National Park.