Oregon's Matterhorns facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Oregon's Matterhorns |
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| Elevation | 9,184 ft (2,799 m) NAVD 88 |
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| Location | United States |
| Parent range | Cascade Mountains |
Oregon's Matterhorns is a special name for a group of volcanoes in the Cascade Range. These mountains are located in the state of Oregon, in the United States.
The famous Pacific Crest Trail passes very close to all these volcanoes. This trail is popular for hiking and exploring the natural beauty of the region.
Why Are They Called Oregon's Matterhorns?
The name "Oregon's Matterhorns" was first used by Stephen Harris. He wrote about these mountains in his book Fire Mountains of the West. The name was chosen because these volcanoes look a bit like the famous Matterhorn mountain. The real Matterhorn is a well-known peak located between Switzerland and Italy.
It is important not to confuse Oregon's Matterhorns with other mountain groups. For example, they are different from the "Oregon Alps" found in the Wallowa Mountains. Also, there is another peak actually named Matterhorn in Oregon's Wallowa Mountains, which is not part of this group.
What Mountains Are Included?
This special group of volcanoes includes five main peaks. They are all found within the Cascade Range in Oregon.
- Mount Bailey
- Diamond Peak
- Mount Thielsen, which is also known as "The Lightning Rod of the Cascades"
- Mount Washington
- Three Fingered Jack
These mountains are all part of the beautiful and active volcanic landscape of Oregon.
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Mount Thielsen is sometimes called "The Lightning Rod of the Cascades."
