Francs Peak
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| Francs Peak | |
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 Francs Peak from Haymaker Pass |
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| Elevation | 13,153 ft (4,009 m) |
| Location | Wyoming, USA |
| Range | Absaroka Range |
| Prominence | 4,056 feet (1236 m) |
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| Topo map | USGS Francs Peak |
| Easiest route | Hike |
Francs Peak is the highest point in the Absaroka Mountains which extend from north central Wyoming into south central Montana, in the United States. Located in the Washakie Wilderness of Shoshone National Forest, the peak is a relatively easy climb which can be achieved in less than a day. It was named after Otto Franc, a cattle baron and homesteader in the Big Horn Basin.
[edit] See also
- Mountain peaks of North America
- Mountain peaks of the Rocky Mountains
- Mountain peaks of the United States
- Rocky Mountains
[edit] References
- Summitpost. Francs Peak. Retrieved on 2006-07-11.
- Peakbagger. Francs Peak, Wyoming. Retrieved on 2006-07-11.
- Topozone. USGS Francs Peak (WY) Topo Map. Retrieved on 2006-07-11.
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