Blue Mountain (New Jersey) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Blue Mountain |
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Blue Mountain peak along the Appalachian Trail in Stokes State Forest
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,420 ft (430 m) NGVD 29 |
| Prominence | 100 ft (30 m) |
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| Location | Sussex County, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Parent range | Kittatinny Mountains, Appalachians |
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| Easiest route | Hiking |
Blue Mountain is a peak found in Sussex County, New Jersey, in the United States. It is part of the Kittatinny Mountains, which are a section of the much larger Appalachian Mountains. This mountain reaches a height of about 1,420 feet (or 433 meters).
Blue Mountain is a popular spot for outdoor activities. It lies right along the famous Appalachian Trail, a long hiking path that stretches across the eastern United States. You can find it within Stokes State Forest, about 4 miles west of where U.S. Route 206 crosses. From the mountain, you can look down at Quick's Pond to the south and Mecca Lake to the southeast.
The History of Blue Mountain's Name
For a long time, the name "Blue Mountain" was used for the entire Kittatinny Mountains range. This mountain range stretches through parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
How the Name Changed in New Jersey
Today, in New Jersey, the name "Blue Mountain" usually refers only to this specific peak. However, if you go to Pennsylvania, the part of the mountain range there is still widely known as Blue Mountain.
The Lawrence Line Connection
An important historical boundary, called the Lawrence Line, crosses Blue Mountain. This line was created long ago to divide East Jersey and West Jersey. These were two separate parts of the New Jersey colony before they became one state.
