Snowshoe Peak facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Snowshoe Peak |
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Snowshoe Peak from Leigh Lake
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 8,738 ft (2,663 m) |
| Prominence | 5,418 ft (1,651 m) |
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 Snowshoe Peak
Location in Montana
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| Location | Cabinet Mountains Wilderness, Lincoln / Sanders counties, Montana, U.S. |
| Parent range | Cabinet Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Snowshoe Peak |
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| Easiest route | West approach (Class 3) though the standard route (northeast ridge) is shorter |
Snowshoe Peak is a tall mountain located in the beautiful state of Montana, in the U.S.. It stands at an impressive height of 8,738 feet (2,663 meters). This makes it the highest point in the Cabinet Mountains, which stretch across parts of Northwestern Montana and into Idaho.
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Exploring Snowshoe Peak
Snowshoe Peak is a very important mountain in the Cabinet Mountains range. It's known for being the tallest peak around. Imagine standing on top and seeing everything!
Where is Snowshoe Peak?
This mountain is found in the Cabinet Mountains Wilderness. This is a special protected area. It's located in two different counties in Montana: Lincoln County and Sanders County. The wilderness area is part of the larger Kootenai National Forest.
What is Prominence?
You might see the word "prominence" when talking about mountains. For Snowshoe Peak, its prominence is 5,418 feet (1,651 meters). This means how much the mountain rises above the lowest point connecting it to a higher peak. It's like saying how much it "sticks out" from the surrounding land. Snowshoe Peak is actually the 92nd most prominent peak in the entire United States!
Climbing Snowshoe Peak
For those who love adventure, climbing Snowshoe Peak can be a fun challenge. The easiest way to reach the top is usually from the west side. This route is considered a "Class 3" climb, which means you might need to use your hands for balance sometimes. However, the northeast ridge is a more common route, even though it's shorter.
Images for kids
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Snowshoe Peak as seen from Leigh Lake.
