Elk Mountains

Elk Mountains

▪ mountains, Colorado, United States
      segment of the southern Rocky Mountains, extending for 50 miles (80 km) through Pitkin and Gunnison counties, west-central Colorado, U.S. Several peaks surpass 14,000 feet (4,300 metres), including Pyramid, Snowmass, Capitol, and Maroon peaks, with Mount Carbon (14,259 feet [4,346 metres]) being the highest. Mount Gunnison (12,714 feet [3,875 metres]) is the high point in the West Elk Mountains, a southwesterly extension. Embraced by the Gunnison and White River national forests, the mountains are noted for their mineral deposits and recreational appeal.

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