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Cliff in Mohave County, Arizona, US
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Paguekwash Point
Paguekwash Point
Highest point
Elevation5,663 ft (1,726 m)
Prominence323 ft (98 m)
Parent peakFishtail Mesa
Isolation7.96 mi (12.81 km)
Coordinates36°22′32″N 112°40′25″W / 36.3755°N 112.6735°W / 36.3755; -112.6735
Geography
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LocationGrand Canyon National Park
Mohave County, Arizona, US
Parent rangeCoconino Plateau, Colorado Plateau
Topo mapUSGS Kanab Point
Geology
Rock ageLower Triassic down to Pennsylvanian
Mountain type(s)sedimentary rock:
limestone, sandstone, siltstone, mudstone, shale
Rock typeMoenkopi Formation,
Kaibab Limestone,
Toroweap Formation,
Coconino Sandstone,
Hermit Shale

Paguekwash Point also known by these names, Fishtail Point, Paquequash Point, is a 5,663-foot (1,726 m)-elevation summit located in western Grand Canyon, in Mohave County of northern Arizona, United States.

In terms of Geographical location, Paguekwash Point is located at approximately latitude 36.37519 and longitude -112.67345, is a scenic point found within the Grand Canyon area in Arizona, USA. This area offers striking views of the Colorado River and the surrounding canyon landscape. Known for its rugged beauty and remote access, Paguekwash Point is popular among hikers and nature enthusiasts seeking a more secluded experience within the Grand Canyon's vast wilderness. It is located on the North Rim, about 4.5 miles northwest of Mount Sinyella and across the Colorado River. An excursion of the west-flowing Colorado is ~1.0 mile east, and also ~1.5 miles west. Kanab Point lies about 2.0 miles northwest. Paguekwash Point is in an arid section of the Grand Canyon, with the landform virtually devoid of vegetation.

References

  1. ^ "Paguekwash Point – 5,663' AZ". Lists of John. Retrieved March 13, 2021.
  2. Topozone.com
  3. "Paguekwash Point, Mohave County, Arizona, United States". Mindat. 2024. Retrieved 9 November 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  4. "Paguekwash Point - 5,663' Arizona". www.listsofjohn.com. Retrieved 2024-11-09.
  5. ^ "Paguekwash Point climbing area". openbeta.io. Retrieved 2024-11-09.

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