Mount Oklahoma facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Oklahoma |
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 Mount Oklahoma
Location in Colorado
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 13,852 ft (4,222 m) |
| Prominence | 745 ft (227 m) |
| Isolation | 1.52 mi (2.45 km) |
| Parent peak | Mount Massive |
| Geography | |
| Location | Continental Divide between Lake and Pitkin counties, Colorado, United States |
| Parent range | Sawatch Range, Massive Massif |
| Topo map | USGS 7.5' topographic map Mount Champion, Colorado |
Mount Oklahoma is a very tall mountain peak found in the Sawatch Range. This mountain range is part of the larger Rocky Mountains in North America.
The top of Mount Oklahoma reaches an amazing 13,852-foot (4,222 m) high. Because it is over 13,000 feet tall, it is called a "thirteener." It is located in Colorado, United States.
Mount Oklahoma sits on the Continental Divide of the Americas. This is an imaginary line that separates which way water flows across the continent. Water on one side flows to the Pacific Ocean, and water on the other side flows to the Atlantic Ocean.
The mountain is found between Lake County and Pitkin County. It is also part of two national forests: the San Isabel National Forest and the White River National Forest. The mountain was named to honor the University of Oklahoma.
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Exploring Mount Oklahoma's Location
Mount Oklahoma is a significant peak within the Sawatch Range. This range is known for having many high mountains. It is a popular spot for hikers and climbers.
Where is Mount Oklahoma exactly?
The mountain is about 5.7 miles (9.2 km) northeast of Independence Pass. This pass is a well-known mountain road in Colorado.
The area around Mount Oklahoma is wild and beautiful. It includes parts of the Mount Massive Wilderness and the Hunter-Fryingpan Wilderness. These are protected areas where nature can thrive.
Mount Oklahoma's Name History
Mountains often have interesting stories behind their names. Mount Oklahoma is no different. It was officially named in 1967.
Past Names for the Peak
Before its current name, the mountain was sometimes called "Oklahoma Mount." The name "Mount Oklahoma" became official in 1967. This name honors the University of Oklahoma.
