Thomas Peak facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Thomas Peak |
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Thomas Peak, seen from Verdi Peak
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 11,321 ft (3,451 m) |
| Prominence | 1,080 ft (329 m) |
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 Thomas Peak
Location in Nevada
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| Location | Elko County, Nevada, U.S. |
| Parent range | Ruby Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Ruby Dome |
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| Easiest route | From Island Lake, a Class 2 climb north up an avalanche chute and then west along the ridgeline |
Thomas Peak is a tall mountain located in Nevada, United States. It is the second highest named peak in both the Ruby Mountains and Elko County. This makes it one of the tallest mountains in the entire state of Nevada!
The peak is about 24 miles (39 km) southeast of the city of Elko. It sits within the beautiful Ruby Mountains Wilderness, which is part of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. Thomas Peak is a very large mountain, forming most of the east side of Thomas Canyon and the west side of the upper part of Lamoille Canyon.
Why the Mountain is Called Thomas Peak
Thomas Peak, along with the nearby canyon and campground, is named after a brave man named Raymond Thomas. He was a teacher at Elko High School.
In October 1916, Raymond Thomas was leading a group of hikers into the canyon. They were caught in an unexpected early snowstorm. Raymond Thomas worked hard to help his group stay safe until rescuers could arrive. Sadly, he died while helping others. The mountain and canyon were named in his honor to remember his courage and sacrifice.
Amazing Views from the Top
From the very top of Thomas Peak, you can see incredible views all around! It offers a 360-degree panorama of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
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