Shepherd Mountain | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 1,598 ft (487 m) |
Coordinates | 37°36′25″N 90°36′25″W / 37.60694°N 90.60694°W[1] |
Geography | |
Location | Iron County, Missouri, U.S. |
Parent range | Saint Francois Mountains |
Topo map | USGS Ironton |
Shepherd Mountain is a summit in Iron County in the U.S. state of Missouri.[1] Shepherd Mountain lies just west of Ironton and Stouts Creek in the Arcadia Valley.[2]
Shepherd Mountain has the name of Forrest Shepherd, a geologist.[3] The mountain was the scene of action during the Battle of Fort Davidson.[4]
Shepherd Mountain is home to Shepherd Mountain Bike Park. A downhill mountain bike park with several trails to choose from. There are also several hiking trails.