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Kirkland Mountains

Wyoming

Elevation Range

8,500 ft - 12,345 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

43.1560, -109.4227

About Kirkland Mountains

The Kirkland Mountains are a remote and rugged mountain range located in western Wyoming. Characterized by steep, jagged peaks and deep glacial valleys, the terrain is challenging but offers ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. The mountains are primarily composed of granite and metamorphic rock, shaped by millions of years of glaciation and erosion. The climate is alpine, with long, snowy winters and short, cool summers. Forests of pine, fir, and spruce cover the lower slopes, transitioning to alpine meadows and bare rock at higher elevations.

Notable Peaks

Mount Kirkland

12,345 ft

Granite Peak

11,987 ft

Snowcap Summit

11,765 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
mountaineering
rock climbing
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Lander, WY
Dubois, WY

Location

Wyoming

43.1560, -109.4227

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Data Source

Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.

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