64+ ‘Mountain’ Writing Prompts
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Life of a River
Imagine you are a river flowing from a mountain to the sea, tell the tale of your journey.
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Guardians of the Earth
Write a short story about an Earth memory embodied as a character protecting its wonder.
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Discovering Earth’s Beauty
Write about a natural wonder you have visited, using detailed description to transport your readers.
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The Frostbite Phantom
Write a chilling tale about a spectral entity that haunts a winter mountain camp, only making its presence felt when the temperature drops below a certain point.
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Dragon’s Valentine
What would Valentine’s day be like for a lonely dragon atop a treasure-filled mountain?
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Mountain of Affection
In a figurative world, every act of love solidifies into a stone. Our mountains grow with each act, write about its formation.
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Avalanche Escape
Describe an intense adventure of close-encounter with an avalanche during a mountain expedition.
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Unexplored Trails
Imagine a summer mountain biking adventure, describe the scenery, the struggles and the accomplishment.
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Mountain Outlaws
Write a story about a group of individuals stranded in the wilderness after their plane crashes.
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Epic Summer Adventure
Plan your dream summer adventure without any restrictions. Where would you go and what would you do?
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Sanctuaries in Nature
Choose a quiet place in nature that you find spiritually inspiring and describe it in detail.
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The Silk Road Caravaner
Narrate the journey of a caravan trader traversing the legendary Silk Road in the Middle Ages.
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The Great Slide Adventure
Create a make-believe story about an adventure down the biggest slide in the park.
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Wilderness as a Metaphor
Think of a personal challenge or problem you’re facing. Frame it as a wilderness expedition.
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“The Mysterious First Frost”
A small, isolated town always experiences their first frost on November 15th, but this year it doesn’t come.
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Mountain’s Mystique
Write a mythical tale that explains how your favorite mountain range was created.
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In The Shadow Of The Giants
Describe a day in the life of a small creature living in the imposing shadow of a mountain range.
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Mountain’s Memoir
Write a short piece of fiction from the perspective of the mountains, detailing the various events and changes it has witnessed over centuries.
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The Solitude Symphony
Describe the utter solitude one experiences on top of an isolated mountain range, making the silence a character itself.
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Mountain Majesty
Imagine you are a mountaineer who gets trapped in a snowstorm while climbing a steep, icy peak. How do you survive the harsh conditions and return to safety?
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Snowbound Solitude
Reflect on the experience of being confined alone in a mountain cabin during a heavy snowstorm.
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Exploring Our Planet
Write about your favorite natural place you’ve ever visited, and explain why it is meaningful to you.
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Misty Mountain Abode
Describe an isolated house atop a mountain, enveloped by a persistently eerie fog.
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Enduring Symbol
Choose a common symbol found in many myths (a tree, a mountain, a river) and create your own myth explaining its significance.
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Imminent Invasion
Your peaceful town is harboring a secret that puts it in the crosshairs of a supernatural invader.
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Personal Truths and Traditions
Detail your top three personal traditions or rituals that reflect your philosophy on life.
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Mining Mountain Peaks
Write about a major accomplishment in your life and delve deeper into the factors that contributed to your success.
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Ladders and Cliffs
Draw parallels between your recovery journey and climbing a mountain or crossing a ladder.
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Journey through Nature
Imagine a journey through your favorite natural landscape and describe your experiences.
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Climbing Your Mountain
Describe a difficult situation you have overcome and explain what inner strength helped you through it.
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Conquering Failure Mountain
Write about the most significant moment where you embraced your fear of failure and how you felt afterwards.
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Climbing the Mountain
Imagine your struggle with depression as a gigantic mountain. Use vivid imagery and metaphor to explore this journey.
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An Ode to a Mountain
Write a tribute to a mountain exploring its significance in providing a shelter and regulating the climate.
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Mountain’s Whisper
Write a story where mountains move and speak, sharing ancient wisdom and secrets.
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Mountain Capacities
You’re trapped on a mountainside during a snowstorm. What steps do you take to ensure your survival?
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The Peak of Everest
Write a fictional account of reaching the peak of Mount Everest and the dramatic challenges you faced along the way.
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Maps and Metaphors
Craft a map and metaphor that symbolizes your story’s world and its dominant attitudes.
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Unforgettable landscapes
Write a poem describing the most breathtaking landscapes you’ve come across while traveling.
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Legendary Landscapes
Detail a primary geographical feature of your world and its impact on the culture and people living there.
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Call of the Adventure
Detail an adventure or journey that transformed you or your worldview fundamentally.
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Ascending the Mountain
Describe a personal challenge you have overcome, drawing parallels to climbing a mountain.
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Echoing Echoes
Write a poem that personifies an echo, imagining its journey as it travels deep inside the labyrinth of a mountain or a sea.
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Journey to the Peak
Write a poem depicting your ascent to the top of a mountain, focusing on the struggles and triumphs within.
