Pueblo Mountain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Pueblo Mountain |
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Pueblo Mountain, as seen from south of Fields
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 8,639 ft (2,633 m) NAVD 88 |
| Prominence | 3,032 ft (924 m) |
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 Pueblo Mountain
Location in Oregon
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| Location | Harney County, Oregon, U.S. |
| Parent range | Pueblo Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Van Horn Basin |
Pueblo Mountain is a very tall mountain located in the western United States. It is the highest peak in the Pueblo Mountains range. This mountain stands at about 8,632 feet (2,631 meters) above sea level.
Discovering Pueblo Mountain
Pueblo Mountain is found in Harney County, Oregon, which is in the southeastern part of Oregon. It is part of a larger area known as the Great Basin. The Great Basin is a huge dry region in the western U.S.
Where is Pueblo Mountain Located?
This impressive mountain is quite remote. It is about 7.4 miles (11.9 kilometers) north of a small town called Denio. Denio is right on the border between Oregon and Nevada. Pueblo Mountain is also about 37.3 miles (60.0 kilometers) south of another famous mountain, Steens Mountain.
What Makes Pueblo Mountain Special?
Being the highest point in the Pueblo Mountains makes it a very important landmark. Mountains like Pueblo Mountain are often formed over millions of years by powerful forces deep within the Earth. They can be home to unique plants and animals.
