[3] It is a landmark in the Toklat River valley visible to tourists from the park road.

Although modest in elevation, relief is significant since the peak rises over 2,000 ft (610 m) from the surrounding valley floor.

This mountain's local descriptive name was first shown on a 1916 U.S. Geological Survey map.

[4] Based on the Köppen climate classification, Divide Mountain is located in a subarctic climate zone with long, cold, snowy winters, and mild summers.

The months May through June offer the most favorable weather for climbing or viewing.