Cathole Mountain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cathole Mountain |
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Cathole Mountain from South Mountain
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 515 ft (157 m) |
| Parent peak | 41° 33' 35"N, 72° 48' 38"W |
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 Cathole Mountain
Location in Connecticut
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| Location | Meriden, Connecticut |
| Parent range | Hanging Hills / Metacomet Ridge |
| Geology | |
| Age of rock | 200 million yrs. |
| Mountain type | fault-block; igneous |
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| Easiest route | Metacomet Trail |
Cathole Mountain is a cool place in Meriden, Connecticut. It's about 515 feet (157 meters) tall. This makes it the lowest peak in the Hanging Hills. These hills are made of a special rock called trap rock.
The mountain has steep, rocky edges on its south side. These edges rise sharply about 150 feet (46 meters) above Meriden. A narrow, rocky path called Cathole Pass separates Cathole Mountain from South Mountain. A road, Connecticut Route 71, goes through this pass.
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Exploring Cathole Mountain
Cathole Mountain actually has two main parts. There are the southern ledges, which are about 341 feet (104 meters) high. Then there's the main peak, which is about one mile north.
Hiking and Views
The famous 51-mile-long Metacomet Trail crosses Cathole Mountain. This trail gives you awesome views of Cathole Pass. You can also see over the city of Meriden from the cliffs. However, there isn't an official trail that goes along the entire length of these cliffs.
Fun Activities
People love to visit Cathole Mountain for different activities. You can go hiking on the trails. If you're into adventure, you can try rock climbing on the cliffs. In the winter, when there's snow, snowshoeing is a popular activity.
Who Owns the Land?
It's good to know that a lot of the northern part of Cathole Mountain is privately owned. This means it belongs to individuals or companies, not the public.
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