Black Hills (Washington) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Black Hills
Black Hills behind the state capitol building in Olympia
Highest point
Peak	Capitol Peak
Elevation	2,664 ft (812 m)
Geography
Location in Washington (state)
Country	United States
State	Washington
Region	Western Washington
Range coordinates	46°59′14″N 123°08′16″W / 46.9873190°N 123.1376480°W / 46.9873190; -123.1376480
Parent range	Willapa Hills

The Black Hills are a small group of hills in Washington. They are located in Thurston and Grays Harbor counties. These hills are often seen as part of the larger Willapa Hills range.

The tallest point in the Black Hills is Capitol Peak. It stands about 2,664 feet (812 meters) high.

What's in a Name?

Where Did "Black Hills" Come From?

The Black Hills got their name from the nearby Black River. For a while, people also called them the "Black Mountains."

Exploring the Black Hills

Capitol State Forest

A large part of the Black Hills is covered by the Capitol State Forest. This forest has almost the same borders as the hills themselves. It's a great place for outdoor activities.

Local Connections to the Hills

The Black Hills are important to the local community. Several places and groups are named after them:

• A.G. West Black Hills High School in Tumwater, Washington
• The Blackhills Football Club, a local soccer team
• A hospital in Olympia was once called Black Hills Community Hospital. It had this name from 1985 to 1991.