Mount Julian (Colorado) facts for kids
- For other mountains by this name, see Mount Julian (disambiguation).
Quick facts for kids Mount Julian |
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Mount Julian viewed from Trail Ridge Road
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 12,933 ft (3,942 m) |
| Prominence | 1,220 ft (372 m) |
| Isolation | 6.19 mi (9.96 km) |
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 Mount Julian
Location in Colorado
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| Location | Rocky Mountain National Park, Larimer County, Colorado, U.S. |
| Parent range | Front Range |
| Topo map | USGS 7.5' topographic map Grand Lake, Colorado |
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| Easiest route | Scramble |
Mount Julian is a cool mountain peak located in the northern Front Range of the Rocky Mountains of North America. This awesome peak is found inside Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado, United States. It's a really tall mountain, reaching high into the sky!
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Mount Julian's Location and Height
Mount Julian is a very tall mountain. Its highest point, called the summit, is about 12,933 feet (or 3,942 meters) above sea level. That's super high!
Where is Mount Julian?
This impressive peak is located within the Rocky Mountain National Park. It's in Larimer County, Colorado. The mountain is about 12 miles (19.7 kilometers) west of a town called Estes Park. It's a beautiful area to explore.
How Tall is Mount Julian?
The summit of Mount Julian stands at 12,933 feet (3,942 meters). This makes it one of the many high peaks in the Front Range. The Front Range is a part of the larger Rocky Mountains system.
Who Was Julian Hayden?
Mount Julian was named in honor of a person named Julian Hayden. He was a civil engineer. A civil engineer is someone who designs and builds things like roads, bridges, and buildings. Julian Hayden lived in the town of Estes Park, which is near the mountain. Naming the mountain after him was a way to remember his contributions.
