199 Country High Points.
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Track the highest point in every country. From Mount Everest to hills a few meters above sea level, mark every high point you have reached.
Country High Points
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3 picks worth planning a trip aroundMount Everest, Nepal/China
AsiaAt 8,849 meters, Everest is the highest point on Earth and the high point of both Nepal and China. Its "death zone" above 8,000 meters has claimed over 300 lives.
Why go: Trek to Everest Base Camp at 5,364 meters through the Himalayas, or join the small number of people who reach the summit.
Denali, United States
North AmericaAt 6,190 meters, Denali is the highest peak in North America. It rises more from base to summit than Everest and creates its own weather.
Why go: See the peak from Denali National Park, where it's visible from over 100 miles away, or attempt the climb.
Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
AfricaAt 5,895 meters, Kilimanjaro is Africa's highest peak and the world's tallest free-standing mountain. Trekkers can reach the summit without technical climbing gear.
Why go: Trek through five climate zones, from rainforest to arctic summit, and watch the sunrise from Uhuru Peak.
Questions about Country High Points
What is a country high point?
A country high point is the highest elevation point within a country's borders. They range from Mount Everest (Nepal/China, 8,849m) to the Maldives' highest point at just 5 meters above sea level.
Do I need to be a mountaineer to collect high points?
Many country high points are accessible by road, cable car, or easy hike. Others require serious mountaineering. The challenge varies enormously from country to country.
What are the Seven Summits?
The Seven Summits are the highest peaks on each continent: Everest (Asia), Aconcagua (South America), Denali (North America), Kilimanjaro (Africa), Elbrus (Europe), Vinson (Antarctica), and Puncak Jaya or Kosciuszko (Oceania).