Pyramid Peak (Alaska) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Pyramid Peak
Pyramid Peak (left) with Peak 8910 Aerial view from the south
Highest point
Elevation	8,875 ft (2,705 m)
Prominence	725 ft (221 m)
Isolation	0.63 mi (1.01 km)
Parent peak	Peak 8910
Geography
Pyramid Peak Location in Alaska
Location	Wrangell-St. Elias National Park Valdez-Cordova Borough Alaska, United States
Parent range	Saint Elias Mountains
Topo map	USGS McCarthy B-4

Pyramid Peak is a tall mountain in Alaska, standing 8,875 feet (2,705 meters) high. It's located on the western edge of the Saint Elias Mountains. This peak is found inside the huge Wrangell–St. Elias National Park and Preserve.

The mountain is about 22 miles (35 km) southeast of a town called McCarthy. It's also 7 miles (11 km) southeast of Williams Peak and 6 miles (10 km) south-southeast of Joshua Green Peak. The name "Pyramid Peak" was first written down in 1908 by the United States Geological Survey. Water flowing off the mountain eventually reaches the Nizina River. This river then flows into the larger Copper River.

What's the Weather Like?

Pyramid Peak has a subarctic climate. This means it has very long, cold, and snowy winters. The summers are usually cool.

Weather systems from the Gulf of Alaska bring a lot of moisture. When this moist air hits the tall Saint Elias Mountains, it's forced to rise. As it goes higher, it cools down. This causes a lot of rain and snow to fall on the mountains.

Temperatures on Pyramid Peak can drop below −20 °F (−29 °C). With the wind chill, it can feel even colder, sometimes below −30 °F (−34 °C). Even with these cold temperatures, small, unnamed glaciers can be found on the north and south sides of the mountain.

If you want to see or climb Pyramid Peak, the best time to visit is usually from May through June. The weather is most favorable during these months.