Gunsight Peak

Gunsight Peak
Gunsight Peak

Chelan County, Washington, U.S.

Highest point
Elevation 8,198 ft (2,499 m) [1]
Prominence 518 ft (158 m) [1]
Coordinates 48°18′24″N 120°59′38″W / 48.30667°N 120.99389°W / 48.30667; -120.99389Coordinates: 48°18′24″N 120°59′38″W / 48.30667°N 120.99389°W / 48.30667; -120.99389 [2]
Geography
Location Chelan County, Washington, U.S.
Parent range Cascade Range
Topo map USGS Agnes Mountain
Climbing
Easiest route class 5

Gunsight Peak (8,198 feet (2,499 m)) is in Wenatchee National Forest in the U.S. state of Washington.[3] On the east slopes of Gunsight Peak lies Blue Glacier while to the west lies the larger Chickamin Glacier. The tallest of a series of peaks along Blue Mountain, Gunsight Peak is a challenging climb and ropes are recommended.

References

  1. 1 2 "Gunsight Peak, Washington". Peakbagger.com. Retrieved March 10, 2013.
  2. ↑ "Gunsight Peak". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey. Retrieved March 10, 2013.
  3. ↑ Agnes Mountain, WA (Map). TopoQwest (United States Geological Survey Maps). Retrieved March 10, 2013.


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