Virgin Peak is the highest point of

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range, located northeast of

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, in the state of Clark County,

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. The peak has an elevation of 8074 ft (2461 m) and a prominence of 3183 ft (970 m). The peak is part of the Gold Butte National Monument, northeast of

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Geography

The peak is located nine miles from the city of

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. The terrain around the peak is very rugged and rocky, thus few hikers visit. Many red rock formations can be viewed while exploring the peak. The south ridge is the preferred route hikers choose. The mountain's ridge is mostly formed out of carbonate rock. The east facing slopes are shady and tall conifer trees like

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can be seen.

References

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