Mount Majestic facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mount Majestic
Mount Majestic (left), from the south. (Cathedral Mountain right)
Highest point
Elevation	6,956 ft (2,120 m)
Prominence	636 ft (194 m)
Isolation	0.69 mi (1.11 km)
Parent peak	Castle Dome (7,060 ft)
Geography
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Location	Zion National Park Washington County, Utah United States
Parent range	Colorado Plateau
Topo map	USGS Temple of Sinawava
Geology
Age of rock	Jurassic
Type of rock	Navajo sandstone
Climbing
Easiest route	class 5.4 climbing

Mount Majestic, also known as Majestic Mountain, is a tall mountain found in Zion National Park in southwest Utah, United States. It stands about 6,956 feet (2,120 meters) high. This mountain has two main tops, which is why it is called a "double-summit."

Mount Majestic is made of Navajo Sandstone, a type of rock formed a very long time ago during the Jurassic period. It is located near the northern part of Zion Canyon. The mountain rises about 2,600 feet (790 meters) above the Virgin River below. The river helps drain water from the mountain when it rains or snows.

Mount Majestic is close to other famous spots in Zion National Park. Its neighbor, Cathedral Mountain, is only a short distance away. Other nearby peaks include The Great White Throne, Observation Point, and Angels Landing. The name "Mount Majestic" was officially recognized in 1934.

Weather at Mount Majestic

The best times to visit Mount Majestic are during spring and fall. The weather is usually very pleasant then.

Climate Type

Mount Majestic is in a Cold semi-arid climate zone. This means it has a desert climate. The coldest month often has an average temperature below 32 °F (0 °C). Most of the yearly rain falls during spring and summer.

Rainfall and Snowfall

This area gets less than 10 inches (250 millimeters) of rain each year. Snowfall is usually light during the winter months.

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