Mount Baxter, Mountain peak in Kings Canyon National Park, United States
Mount Baxter rises to 13,141 feet along the Sierra Nevada crest, forming a boundary between Kings Canyon National Park and John Muir Wilderness.
George Davis completed the first recorded ascent of Mount Baxter in 1905, marking the beginning of mountaineering activities on this California peak.
The mountain received its name from John Baxter, a rancher who established his presence in the Owens Valley during the early settlement period.
Access to Mount Baxter requires a wilderness permit, with climbing restricted from July through mid-December to protect the local wildlife population.
The eastern slopes of Mount Baxter serve as a critical habitat for Sierra Nevada bighorn sheep, influencing the mountain's access regulations.
Location: Fresno County
Location: Inyo County
Part of: Sierra Peaks Section Peaks List, Vagmarken Club Sierra Crest List
GPS coordinates: 36.86151,-118.36214
Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:57
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