Mount Seattle facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Seattle |
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Mount Seattle above Hubbard Glacier
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 10,350 ft (3,150 m) |
| Prominence | 5,494 ft (1,675 m) |
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 Mount Seattle
Location in Alaska
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| Location | Yakutat, Alaska, U.S. |
| Parent range | Saint Elias Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Mount Saint Elias A-4 |
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| First ascent | Fred Beckey team, 1966 |
Mount Seattle is a tall mountain peak in the Saint Elias Mountains of Alaska, United States. It stands at about 10,350-foot (3,150 m) (3,155 meters) high. This impressive peak is known for being the "most prominent Alaskan coastal peak." This means it stands out a lot along the coast, even though there are taller mountains further inland.
Mount Seattle: Alaska's Coastal Giant
Mount Seattle is part of the Saint Elias Mountains, a large mountain range that stretches across parts of Alaska and Canada. It is located near the coast, which makes it a visible landmark. Because of its position, it can block the view of even taller mountains like Mount Logan, which is almost twice its size!
How Did Mount Seattle Get Its Name?
The mountain was named after the city of Seattle in Washington State. This happened because a group of helpers, sometimes called "camp hands," from Seattle were part of an important scientific trip in the 1800s. This expedition was organized by the National Geographic Society and the United States Geological Survey. They were exploring the Hubbard Glacier and Mount Saint Elias in Alaska.
First Climbers to Reach the Top
Mount Seattle was first successfully climbed in May 1966. A team of six climbers, led by the famous mountaineer Fred Beckey and including Eric Bjornstad, made the first ascent. Reaching the summit of such a prominent peak was a significant achievement in climbing history.
