Bald Mountain (Pennsylvania) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bald Mountain |
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Bald Mountain above Wilkes-Barre (photo by: Hank Rogers)
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,280 ft (690 m) |
| Geography | |
| Location | Northeastern Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Parent range | Appalachian Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Ransom(PA) Quadrangle |
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| Easiest route | Pinnacle Rock Trail |
Bald Mountain is a tall and important mountain in Northeastern Pennsylvania. It stands high above the cities of Wilkes-Barre and Scranton. This area is also known as the Wyoming Valley.
At the very top of Bald Mountain, you can find a special rock formation. It's made of a type of rock called Catskill conglomerate. This rock formed a very long time ago, during the Devonian age. This unique spot is known as "Pinnacle Rock."
From the mountain's top, you can see a wide view of the land. You'll be looking at the northern edge of a geological area called the Glaciated Low Plateaus. Bald Mountain itself is part of the Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians. It's a fantastic spot for taking pictures of the beautiful scenery!
Exploring Bald Mountain
How to Reach the Top
If you want to visit the summit of Bald Mountain, you can take the Pinnacle Rock Trail. The start of this trail, called the trailhead, is on the west side of the mountain. As you hike, you'll climb about 900 feet (274 meters) in height.
Learning More
Much of what we know about the geology of Pennsylvania, including features like Bald Mountain, comes from studies by experts. For example, Alan R. Geyer wrote about "Outstanding Geologic Features of Pennsylvania" in 1979 for the Geological Survey of Pennsylvania.
