Resurrection Peaks facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Resurrection Peaks |
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Resurrection Peaks, south aspect
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 4,727 ft (1,441 m) |
| Prominence | 2,300 ft (700 m) |
| Parent peak | Mount Ascension |
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 Resurrection Peaks
Location in Alaska
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| Location | Chugach National Forest Kenai Peninsula Borough Alaska, United States |
| Parent range | Kenai Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Seward A-7 |
Resurrection Peaks is a mountain ridge in Alaska. It is part of the Kenai Mountains. The peaks are about 4,727 feet (1,441 meters) tall.
You can find these peaks in the Chugach National Forest. They are located near other mountains like Mount Benson and Mount Ascension. The peaks are also about 5 miles (8 km) north of Seward, Alaska.
The peaks overlook Resurrection Bay and the Resurrection River. The bay was named in 1792. The river got its name in 1898. The name "Resurrection Peaks" was officially chosen in 1969 by the United States Geological Survey.
Weather and Climate
Resurrection Peaks has a subarctic climate. This means it has long, cold, and snowy winters. The summers are usually mild. Temperatures can drop very low, sometimes below -20 °C (-4 °F). With wind, it can feel even colder.
This climate helps spruce and hemlock trees grow on the lower parts of the mountains. The best time to visit and see the peaks is in May and June. The weather is usually nicer then.
Images for kids
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From northeast at Lost Lake
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Viewed from Seward
