Vermilion Peak facts for kids
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Vermilion Peak viewed from the east.
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 13,900 ft (4237 m) NAVD88 |
| Prominence | 2105 ft (642 m) |
| Isolation | 9.07 mi (14.60 km) |
| Parent peak | Gladstone Peak |
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 Vermilion Peak
Location in Colorado
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| Location | San Miguel County and the high point of San Juan County, Colorado, United States |
| Parent range | San Juan Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS 7.5' topographic map Ophir, Colorado |
Vermilion Peak is a tall mountain in the state of Colorado, United States. It is one of the many amazing peaks in the San Juan Mountains. This mountain is special because it is one of Colorado's "Thirteeners." This means it is over 13,000 feet (3,962 meters) high! In fact, it is the 74th highest mountain in all of Colorado.
The mountain gets its name, Vermilion Peak, from its beautiful color. When the sun shines on it, the rocks often look red-orange, like the color "vermilion." It is located about 9.7 miles southeast of another peak called Gladstone Peak.
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Exploring Vermilion Peak
Vermilion Peak is a very high mountain. It reaches an elevation of 13,900 feet (4,237 meters) above sea level. This makes it one of the highest points in the area.
What is Prominence?
The mountain has a "prominence" of 2,105 feet (642 meters). Prominence tells us how much a mountain stands out from the land around it. Imagine a mountain rising from a valley. Its prominence is how high it rises from the lowest point connecting it to a higher mountain.
Where is Vermilion Peak?
Vermilion Peak is located in two different counties in Colorado. Part of it is in San Miguel County. The other part is in San Juan County. It is actually the highest point in San Juan County!
Mountains of Colorado
Colorado is famous for its many tall mountains. Vermilion Peak is part of a group of mountains called the San Juan Mountains. These mountains are known for their rugged beauty and rich history.
High Peaks in the US
Vermilion Peak is not just tall in Colorado. It is also one of the highest major peaks in the entire United States. It ranks as the 50th highest major peak in the country.
North American Summits
Looking even wider, Vermilion Peak is among the highest major summits in all of North America. It holds the 66th spot on that list. This shows how truly impressive its height is!
Images for kids
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Vermilion Peak viewed from the east.
