Gunsight Peak
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.
| Gunsight Peak | |
|---|---|
  Gunsight Peak Location in Washington  Gunsight Peak Location in the United States | |
| 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 [2] |
| Geography | |
| Location | Chelan County, Washington, U.S. |
| Parent range | Cascade Range |
| Topo map | USGS Agnes Mountain |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | class 5 |
References
- "Gunsight Peak, Washington". Peakbagger.com. Retrieved March 10, 2013.
- "Gunsight Peak". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey. Retrieved March 10, 2013.
- Agnes Mountain, WA (Map). TopoQwest (United States Geological Survey Maps). Retrieved March 10, 2013.
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