Paka (volcano)

Paka is a shield volcano located in the Great Rift Valley, Kenya. Geothermal activity is widespread at Paka. Paka means "ochre" in Pokot.

Paka
Paka
Location in Kenya
Highest point
Elevation1,697 m (5,568 ft)
Listing
Coordinates0°55′10″N 36°11′29″E
Geography
LocationKenya
Geology
Mountain typeShield volcano
Last eruption7550 BCE ± 1000 years

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