Simcoe Mountains
Simcoe Mountains is a volcano in United States. It last erupted in 631,000 years ago (± 27,000 years).
- Type
- Volcanic field
- Last eruption
- 631,000 years ago (± 27,000 years)
Fauna exhibit a similar transition through the different elevation levels of the mountains with lower elevations making up part of the Columbia Plateau ecoregion and higher elevations falling within the Eastern Cascades Slopes and Foothills. Bighorn sheep, mule deer, and elk are among the large mammals that have been observed in the arid region. Reptiles such as the western rattlesnake and other snakes and lizards are also present.
Details
- Type
- Volcanic field
- State
- Washington
- Region
- Klickitat and Yakima
- Country
- United States
- Geology
- Basalt and rhyolite.
- Highest
- Jennies Butte
- Other Name
- Wahkshum (Yakama)
- Region Type
- Counties
- Elevation Ft
- 6408
- Last Eruption
- 631,000 years ago (± 27,000 years)
Questions about Simcoe Mountains
Where is Simcoe Mountains?
Simcoe Mountains is in United States.
When did Simcoe Mountains last erupt?
Simcoe Mountains last erupted in 631,000 years ago (± 27,000 years).