Mount Lincoln (Colorado) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Lincoln |
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View of Mt Lincoln from Colorado State Highway 9
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 14,293 ft (4356.5 m) NAVD88 |
| Prominence | 3862 ft (1177 m) |
| Isolation | 22.5 mi (36.2 km) |
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| Etymology | Abraham Lincoln |
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 Mount Lincoln
Location in Colorado
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| Location | High point of Park County, Colorado, United States |
| Parent range | Highest summit of the Mosquito Range |
| Topo map | USGS 7.5' topographic map Alma, Colorado |
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| Easiest route | hike |
Mount Lincoln is a very tall mountain in the Rocky Mountains of North America. It is located in the state of Colorado, United States. This mountain is the eighth-highest peak in Colorado.
Mount Lincoln stands at 14,293 feet (4,356.5 meters) high. Mountains over 14,000 feet are often called "fourteeners" in Colorado. It is the highest point in the Mosquito Range of mountains. It is also the highest point in Park County, Colorado.
The mountain was named after Abraham Lincoln. He was the 16th President of the United States. Mount Lincoln is part of the Pike National Forest. It is about 5 miles (8.3 km) north of the town of Alma, Colorado.
Climbing Mount Lincoln
Mount Lincoln is a popular mountain for hikers. Most people start their climb from the Kite Lake Trailhead. This trailhead is at the end of Park County Road 8.
Popular Hiking Routes
Many hikers like to climb Mount Lincoln along with other nearby peaks. These peaks include Mount Bross and Mount Democrat. Climbing all three in one trip is a challenging adventure.
Access to the Mountain
Mount Lincoln and its neighboring peaks have many old mines. These mines date back to 1874 when silver was found there. Because of these old mines, much of the land is privately owned. Mining companies own these parts of the mountain.
Hiking on Private Land
For a while, hikers were not allowed on some parts of these mountains. This was because of concerns about safety due to the old mine workings. In 2006, the town of Alma made an agreement. This agreement helped open up the peaks for hikers again.
However, the very top of Mount Bross is still closed to hikers. This is because not all landowners have agreed to allow access there. Hikers should always check for current access rules before planning a trip.
