Bald Hill (Snohomish County, Washington) facts for kids
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 Bald Hill
Location in Washington (state)
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 737 ft (225 m) |
| Prominence | 677 ft (206 m) |
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| Location | Near Monroe, Snohomish County, Washington |
| Topo map | Maltby 1:24,000 |
Bald Hill is a 737-foot (225 m) hill found in Snohomish County, Washington. It's not a huge mountain, but it has an interesting story about how a nearby river changed its path a long time ago.
About Bald Hill
Bald Hill stands at about 737 feet tall. It's located in Snohomish County, which is in the state of Washington. Even though it's not one of the tallest peaks, it plays a part in the local landscape and history.
How the Rivers Changed Course
Long ago, the Skykomish River used to flow north of Bald Hill. But at some point in Earth's history, the river changed its path. It moved to the south side of the hill instead.
This change was important because it also moved the spot where the Skykomish River meets the Snoqualmie River. This meeting point is called a confluence. When these two rivers join, they form the Snohomish River. The river's path changing meant this important meeting point moved several miles upstream.
Land Around Bald Hill
In 1952, much of Bald Hill and a nearby area called Devils Butte were part of Washington State Forest land. This means the land was managed by the state for forests.
As of 2016[update], Devils Butte is now part of Lord Hill Regional Park. This park is a popular place for people to visit and enjoy nature. The area around Bald Hill itself was still listed by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources as State Forest Trust land. This type of land is managed to benefit public services like schools.
