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Granite Peak (Montana)

Granite Peak (Montana)

Male mountain goat crossing a rocky moraine in front of Granite Peak, pictured in the background.

Elevation:12,799 ft (3,901 m)
Latitude:45° 09′ 48″ N
Longitude:109° 48′ 26″ W
Location:Montana, USA
Topo map:USGS Granite Peak
Range:Absaroka Range
Easiest route:rock/snow climb

Granite Peak is the highest point in the state of Montana, USA. It lies within the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness , in Park County. Granite Peak is 10 miles (16 km) north of the Wyoming border, 45 miles (72 km) southwest of Columbus, Montana.

Granite Peak is considered the most difficult climb of the high points of the 48 continental United States. Two or three days are required for the ascent.



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Last updated: 05-29-2005 01:04:26
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