Sheep Mountain (Teton County, Wyoming) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Sheep Mountain |
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The "Sleeping Indian" on Sheep Mountain as viewed from Jackson Hole
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| Elevation | 11,244 ft (3,427 m) |
| Prominence | 1,122 ft (342 m) |
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 Sheep Mountain
Location in Wyoming
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| Parent range | Gros Ventre Range |
| Topo map | USGS Blue Miner Lake, WY |
Sheep Mountain is a tall mountain in the U.S. state of Wyoming. It stands about 11,244 feet (3,427 meters) high. This mountain is part of the Gros Ventre Range and stretches for about 5 miles (8 kilometers).
You can easily see Sheep Mountain from a valley called Jackson Hole. The town of Jackson, Wyoming is about 13 miles (21 kilometers) southwest of the peak. Sheep Mountain is located inside the Gros Ventre Wilderness, which is part of the Bridger-Teton National Forest.
About Sheep Mountain's Look
The southern part of Sheep Mountain reaches above the tree line. This means there are no trees growing there because it's too high and cold. This area has rocky cliffs.
The "Sleeping Indian"
These rocky cliffs look like a person sleeping when viewed from Jackson Hole. Because of this, people call them the "Sleeping Indian." It's a famous natural landmark in the area.
A Plane Accident in 1996
In 1996, a U.S. Air Force cargo plane had an accident on Sheep Mountain. This plane was a C-130, which is a large transport aircraft.
The plane was carrying an automobile and other equipment. It was flying from Jackson Hole to another place. This equipment had been used during a visit by U.S. President Bill Clinton and his family the week before. Sadly, this accident resulted in the loss of life for some people on board.
