Gilbert Peak (Utah)
Gilbert Peak is the third highest peak in the U.S. state of Utah,[1] with an elevation of 13,448 feet (4,099 m).[1] It lies on the spine of the central Uinta Mountains, on the border between Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest and Ashley National Forest in northeastern Utah, and on the border between Summit County and Duchesne County. It is the highpoint of Summit County,[2] and lies within the boundaries of the High Uintas Wilderness.
| Gilbert Peak | |
|---|---|
 Gilbert Peak viewed from the northeast in the West Fork Beaver Creek drainage. | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 13,448 ft (4,099 m) NAVD 88[1] |
| Prominence | 1,554 ft (474 m) [1] |
| Coordinates | 40°49′25″N 110°22′40″W [1] |
| Geography | |
  Gilbert Peak Location in Utah | |
| Location | Duchesne County and Summit County, Utah, U.S. |
| Parent range | Uinta Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Kings Peak |
References
- "Gilbert Peak, Utah". Peakbagger.com. Retrieved 2016-10-06.
- "Gilbert Peak UT". listsofjohn.com. Retrieved 2016-10-06.
External links
- U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Gilbert Peak
- Gilbert Peak at summitpost.com
- Utah County High Points at peakbagger.com
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