Green Mountain (Kitsap County, Washington) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Green Mountain |
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Green Mountain, at right edge of frame, behind Bremerton, Washington
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| Elevation | 1,639 ft (500 m) NGVD 29 |
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 Green Mountain
Location in Washington (state)
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| Parent range | Blue Hills |
| Topo map | USGS Bremerton West |
Green Mountain is a cool place to explore in Washington state. It's a mountain that stands about 1,639 feet (499 meters) tall. You can find it in the Blue Hills area, which is part of the Kitsap Peninsula.
This mountain is the second tallest spot on the Kitsap Peninsula. It's also the second highest point in Kitsap County, Washington. The only mountain taller than Green Mountain nearby is Gold Mountain, which is about 1,761 feet (537 meters) high.
Discovering Green Mountain
Green Mountain is located inside the Green Mountain State Forest. This forest covers a huge area, about 6,000 acres (2,400 hectares). It's right next to the City of Bremerton's water supply area. The mountain is about 7 miles (11 km) west of downtown Bremerton.
The Green Mountain State Forest is a special place. It helps protect nature and provides a home for many plants and animals. It's also a great spot for people to enjoy the outdoors.
Reaching the Summit
You can get to the top of Green Mountain by driving on a forest road. This road is open to cars and other vehicles. Once you reach the summit, you'll find a nice picnic area. It's a perfect spot to relax and enjoy the views.
From the top, you can see amazing sights. Look east to see the city of Seattle and the tall Cascade Mountains. If you look west, you'll see the beautiful Olympic Mountains. It's a great place to take photos!
What's at the Top?
Besides the picnic area and awesome views, there's also a special tower on Green Mountain. As of 2014, there is one microwave tower there. These towers are used to send signals for things like phone calls and internet. They help us communicate across long distances.
