Category: United States

Tray Mountain

Tray Mountain Tray Mountain, located in the northeastern part of Georgia, is one of the state’s most notable peaks. It is nestled within the Blue Ridge Mountains, a portion of the larger Appalachian Mountain chain that stretches across most of the eastern United States. The mountain stands as the seventh highest peak in Georgia, contributing …

Continue reading

Bear Mountain (Connecticut)

Bear Mountain Bear Mountain, located in Salisbury, Connecticut, is an iconic landmark that provides a breathtaking view of the surrounding areas. As the highest peak in Connecticut, Bear Mountain is a significant part of the Taconic Mountains and is noted for its magnetic appeal to hikers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts. The mountain’s charm lies not …

Continue reading

Yonah Mountain

Yonah Mountain | Mount Yonah | Yonah Bald Yonah Mountain, a prominent landmark located in the Northeastern part of Georgia, is an integral part of the Appalachian Mountains. This noteworthy geographical feature holds significant cultural and historical value as it has been a site of human activity for thousands of years. The mountain’s name, “Yonah,” …

Continue reading

Blood Mountain

Blood Mountain Blood Mountain, a focal point in northern Georgia’s scenic landscape, is the highest peak on the Georgia section of the Appalachian Trail and stands as the sixth highest peak in the state. Nestled within the Blue Ridge Mountains, Blood Mountain draws hikers and nature enthusiasts from across the country, its majestic views and …

Continue reading

Chauncey Peak

Chauncey Peak Chauncey Peak, a prominent geographical feature in Connecticut, is part of the larger Metacomet Ridge that extends from Long Island Sound near New Haven, Connecticut, north through the Connecticut River Valley of Massachusetts to the Vermont border. This peak, which sits at an elevation of approximately 688 feet above sea level, offers expansive …

Continue reading

Cowrock Mountain

Cowrock Mountain Cowrock Mountain is a prominent feature within the stunning landscape of Georgia, located in the southeastern region of the United States. This mountain is part of the famous Blue Ridge Mountains, an extensive mountain range that is part of the Appalachian Mountains. The Blue Ridge Mountains span across several states, but in Georgia, …

Continue reading

Brasstown Bald

Brasstown Bald Situated majestically in the heart of Georgia, Brasstown Bald stands as the highest peak in the state. This iconic landmark is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, a prominent part of the larger Appalachian Mountain Range, and is an undeniable testament to the natural beauty that can be found within the borders of …

Continue reading

Kit Carson Peak

Kit Carson Peak Kit Carson Peak, named after the famed frontiersman and explorer Christopher Houston “Kit” Carson, is a prominent mountain in the state of Colorado. This majestic peak is part of the Sangre de Cristo Range, a rugged, elongated group of mountains that stretches from southern Colorado into New Mexico. The Sangre de Cristo …

Continue reading

Ragged Mountain (Connecticut)

Ragged Mountain Ragged Mountain, one of the most prominent natural features in Connecticut, is renowned for its rugged beauty, extensive trail system, and rich biodiversity. Forming part of the Metacomet Ridge, a mountainous traprock ridgeline that stretches from Long Island Sound to nearly the Vermont border, Ragged Mountain is an integral part of Connecticut’s landscape …

Continue reading

Greenhorn Mountain

Greenhorn Mountain Greenhorn Mountain, a significant landmark in Colorado, is the highest point in the Wet Mountains range. This majestic mountain towers at an elevation of approximately 12,352 feet, providing a breathtaking scenic view of the surrounding landscape. Named after a naïve or inexperienced person, the term “Greenhorn” was used by the original settlers to describe …

Continue reading