Mt Thielsen, Oregon
Mount Thielsen, or Big Cowhorn , is an extinct shield volcano in the Oregon High Cascades, near Mount Bailey. Because eruptive activity ceased 250,000 years ago, glaciers have heavily eroded the volcano's structure, creating precipitous slopes and a horn-like peak. The spire-like shape of Thielsen attracts lightning strikes and creates fulgurite, an unusual mineral. The prominent horn forms a centerpiece for the Mount Thielsen Wilderness, a reserve for recreational activities such as skiing and hiking. Thielson is one of Oregon's Matterhorns.
The seventh highest mountain in the Oregon Cascade Range, Mount Thielsen has a summit altitude of 9,182 feet.
We drove around for about an hour until I found a good vantage point from which to shoot.
Mt Thielsen, Oregon
Mount Thielsen, or Big Cowhorn , is an extinct shield volcano in the Oregon High Cascades, near Mount Bailey. Because eruptive activity ceased 250,000 years ago, glaciers have heavily eroded the volcano's structure, creating precipitous slopes and a horn-like peak. The spire-like shape of Thielsen attracts lightning strikes and creates fulgurite, an unusual mineral. The prominent horn forms a centerpiece for the Mount Thielsen Wilderness, a reserve for recreational activities such as skiing and hiking. Thielson is one of Oregon's Matterhorns.
The seventh highest mountain in the Oregon Cascade Range, Mount Thielsen has a summit altitude of 9,182 feet.
We drove around for about an hour until I found a good vantage point from which to shoot.