Kamilche Hill facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Kamilche Hill |
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 Kamilche Hill
Location in Washington (state)
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 369.8 m (1,213 ft) (NAVD 88) |
| Prominence | 190 m (620 ft) |
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| Language of name | Lushootseed |
| Pronunciation | Ka-mil-chee |
| Geography | |
| Topo map | Shelton Valley 1:24,000 |
Kamilche Hill is a peak in Mason County, Washington. It stands about 1,213 feet (or 369.8 meters) tall. This makes it a significant high point in the area.
The hill is located about 2 miles northwest of a small community called Kamilche. This community is part of the Puget Sound region in Washington state.
About Kamilche Hill
Kamilche Hill is a notable landform in Mason County. Its height makes it one of the higher points in the local landscape. The top of the hill is covered by a large forest. This forest is privately owned by a company called Simpson Timber Company.
What's on the Hilltop?
Even though it's a natural peak, Kamilche Hill also has some important equipment on its summit. You can find radio equipment there. This includes the transmitter for a radio station known as KRXY. A transmitter helps send out radio signals so people can listen to the station.
