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Signal Peak
Pine Valley Mountain from Lower Sand Cove at dusk 2009-06-10.jpg
Signal Peak
Highest point
Elevation 10,369 ft (3,160 m) NAVD 88
Prominence 4,485 ft (1,367 m)
Listing
  • Utah county high points 21st
  • Great Basin Peaks List
Geography
Signal Peak is located in Utah
Signal Peak
Signal Peak
Location in Utah
Location Washington County, Utah, U.S.
Parent range Pine Valley Mountains
Topo map USGS Signal Peak

Signal Peak is a tall mountain in southwestern Utah, United States. It stands at about 10,369 feet (3,160 meters) high. This makes it the highest point in the Pine Valley Mountains and in all of Washington County.

About Signal Peak

Signal Peak is a very important mountain because it is the tallest in its area. It is part of the Pine Valley Mountain Wilderness, which is a special protected area. This means the land around the peak is kept wild and natural.

Where is Signal Peak?

This impressive peak is found in the Dixie National Forest. It's located north of the city of St. George. To its south is the small community of Pine Valley. The mountain is easy to spot from many places in the region.

Water Flow from Signal Peak

Water that falls on Signal Peak eventually flows into the Virgin River. The Virgin River is a smaller river that later joins the much larger Colorado River. So, the rain and snow from Signal Peak help feed a huge river system.

Exploring Signal Peak

If you like hiking, there's a trail that leads to the top of Signal Peak. You can find this trail near the Oak Grove campground. This campground is close to the city of Leeds, Utah. Hiking to the summit offers amazing views of the surrounding area. It's a great way to experience the beauty of the Dixie National Forest.

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