Younts Peak Explained

Younts Peak
Elevation Ft:12156
Elevation Ref:[1]
Prominence Ft:2241
Map:USA Wyoming
Label Position:left
Location:Park County, Wyoming, U.S.
Range:Absaroka Range
Coordinates:43.9822°N -109.8667°W
Coordinates Ref:[2]
Topo:USGS Younts Peak
Easiest Route:Hike

Younts Peak is a peak in the Absaroka Range in northwestern Wyoming in the United States and the highest point in the Teton Wilderness. The Yellowstone River is formed near the peak from two streams that rise on the northern and southern ridges of the peak and join at the base of the western ridge. The peak summit itself can be hiked, but accessing the peak is difficult due to its remoteness.

The peak was named after Harry Yount, a hunter and guide considered to be the first ranger in Yellowstone National Park.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Younts Peak. peakbagger.com. 2008-12-11.
  2. 1604319 . Younts Peak . 2009-12-27.
  3. Web site: Younts Peak. wyomingplaces.org. 2008-12-11.