Paulina Peak

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Paulina Peak
Paulina Peak View (Deschutes County, Oregon scenic images) (desDA0066).jpg
Highest point
Elevation7,984 ft (2,434 m)
Prominence3,220 ft (980 m)
Isolation46.46 km (28.87 mi) Edit this on Wikidata
Coordinates43°41′21″N 121°15′18″W / 43.68917°N 121.25500°W / 43.68917; -121.25500Coordinates: 43°41′21″N 121°15′18″W / 43.68917°N 121.25500°W / 43.68917; -121.25500
Geography
LocationDeschutes County, Oregon, U.S.

Paulina Peak is a summit in Deschutes County, Oregon, United States. Formed by the Newberry Volcano, it is part of Newberry National Volcanic Monument. At an elevation of 7,984 feet (2,434 m), it is the highest point on the volcano. The peak gives a panoramic view of the Newberry Caldera, the south and west flanks of the Newberry Volcano, the Cascades, the Fort Rock Basin, and central Oregon. The Cascade Range can be seen extending into California (Mount Shasta) and Washington (Mount Adams) from the peak on a clear sunny day.[1]

References[]

  1. ^ "Paulina Peak Observation Site". Deschutes National Forest.

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