Finger Mountain

For the summit in Antarctica, see Finger Mountain (Antarctica).
Finger Mountain
Finger Rock, 2007
Highest point
Elevation671 m (2,201 ft) 
Prominence202 m (663 ft) 
Coordinates66°22′58″N 150°29′59″W / 66.38282°N 150.4997°W / 66.38282; -150.4997
Naming
EtymologyFinger Rock
Geography

Finger Mountain is a topographical formation in interior Alaska. Not actually a mountain, it is a wide broad hill, with an altitude of around 2202 ft. It is named for Finger Rock, a distinctive granite protrusion on its surface. Finger Mountain Wayside is a partially maintained pullout along the Dalton Highway at mile 97.5. It features informational signs and some facilities for travelers.

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