Phipps Peak facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Phipps Peak |
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 9,238 ft (2,816 m) NAVD 88 |
| Prominence | 434 ft (132 m) |
| Listing | Tahoe OGUL Peak List |
| Geography | |
| Location | El Dorado County, California, U.S. |
| Parent range | Sierra Nevada |
| Topo map | USGS Rockbound Valley |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | Easy scramble, class 2 |
Phipps Peak is a mountain located in the Sierra Nevada mountain range. It stands west of Emerald Bay and Lake Tahoe. To its east are Rockbound Valley and the Crystal Range. This peak is found in El Dorado County, California and is part of the beautiful Desolation Wilderness.
About Phipps Peak
Phipps Peak reaches an elevation of 9,238 feet (2,816 meters). It is a notable point in the Desolation Wilderness. This wilderness area is known for its rugged beauty. It features many granite peaks, clear lakes, and forests.
The peak is a popular spot for hikers and climbers. The easiest way to reach the top is by an easy scramble. This means you might need to use your hands a little.
How Phipps Peak Got Its Name
Phipps Peak is named after William Phipps. He was an early pioneer in California. William Phipps came from Kentucky. He was a soldier in the American Army.
In 1854, he settled in a town called Georgetown, California. This town is about 100 miles west of Lake Tahoe. Six years later, he moved closer to Lake Tahoe. He settled near a place called McKinney Bay. He had a large piece of land there.
This land was close to a stream now known as General Creek. Phipps Pass, a mountain pass, is also named after him. Both General Creek and Phipps Pass honor William Phipps.
