French Mountain, Mountain summit in the Sawatch Range, Colorado, United States.
French Mountain is a summit in the Sawatch Range near Leadville, situated within the San Isabel National Forest. The peak rises to just under 14,000 feet and stands among the numerous high elevations that define this alpine landscape.
The mountain was named after French prospectors who worked in the region during the 19th-century mining era. These early explorers searched for mineral deposits and contributed to naming many geographical features across Colorado.
The mountain serves as a destination for mountaineers who aim to complete their list of climbing all Colorado peaks above 13,000 feet.
The mountain is accessible via trails starting from Leadville that involve several hours of climbing. Visitors should prepare for alpine conditions, especially since weather can change rapidly at higher elevations.
The peak belongs to the same mountain massif as Mount Elbert, Colorado's highest summit. Despite being considerably higher than many well-known peaks, it remains overshadowed by its more famous neighbor.
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