List of peaks named Bear Mountain facts for kids
Bear Mountain is a common name for many peaks and mountains across the United States. In fact, there are 144 different places called Bear Mountain! These mountains are named after bears, which used to be very common in many parts of the country.
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Bear Mountains Across the United States
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) keeps track of all the different places and their names. They show that the name "Bear Mountain" is one of the most popular names for mountains and peaks. This name often came from early settlers who saw bears in these areas, or because the shape of the mountain reminded them of a bear.
Why So Many Bear Mountains?
Imagine exploring a new area and seeing a big bear on a mountain! It would be natural to call that mountain "Bear Mountain." This is likely how many of these peaks got their names. Bears, especially black bears and grizzly bears, once lived in almost every part of the United States. Even though bears are less common in some areas today, their names live on through these mountains.
Bear Mountains by State
Here's a look at some of the states with many peaks named Bear Mountain:
Alaska's Bear Peaks
The state of Alaska has 10 peaks named Bear Mountain. These mountains are found in different parts of this large state, from the Kenai Peninsula to the remote Yukon-Koyukuk.
Arkansas's Bear Mountains
Arkansas is home to 5 peaks called Bear Mountain. You can find them in counties like Cleburne, Logan, and Searcy.
Arizona's Bear Mountains
In Arizona, there are 4 peaks named Bear Mountain. They are located in different counties, including Gila and Yavapai.
California's Bear Mountains
California has a large number of Bear Mountains, with 14 peaks sharing this name. They are spread across many counties, from Calaveras to Ventura. One famous one is Bear Mountain (ski area), which is a popular place for skiing and snowboarding.
Colorado's Bear Mountains
The state of Colorado also has 10 peaks named Bear Mountain. These are found in beautiful mountain regions like Archuleta County and Summit County.
Connecticut's Bear Mountains
Connecticut has 2 peaks named Bear Mountain. One is in Fairfield County and the other, a well-known hiking spot, is in Litchfield County.
Idaho's Bear Mountains
In Idaho, there are 3 peaks called Bear Mountain, located in Bonner, Custer, and Idaho counties.
Maine's Bear Mountains
The state of Maine has 11 peaks named Bear Mountain. These are found in various parts of the state, including Aroostook and Oxford counties.
Massachusetts's Bear Mountains
Massachusetts has 2 peaks named Bear Mountain, both located in Franklin County.
Missouri's Bear Mountains
Missouri is home to 3 peaks named Bear Mountain, found in Douglas and Reynolds counties.
Montana's Bear Mountains
In Montana, there are 5 peaks called Bear Mountain. They are located in counties such as Deer Lodge and Glacier.
New Hampshire's Bear Mountains
New Hampshire has 4 peaks named Bear Mountain, including one in Carroll County and another in Grafton County.
New Mexico's Bear Mountains
New Mexico has 5 peaks named Bear Mountain. These are found in counties like Colfax and Grant.
North Carolina's Bear Mountains
In North Carolina, there are 2 peaks named Bear Mountain, located in Jackson and Wilkes counties.
New York's Bear Mountains
New York has 11 peaks named Bear Mountain. One of the most famous is Bear Mountain in the Hudson Highlands, a popular state park for hiking and outdoor activities. Other Bear Mountains are found in counties like Clinton and Essex.
Oklahoma's Bear Mountains
Oklahoma has 2 peaks named Bear Mountain, located in Latimer and McCurtain counties.
Oregon's Bear Mountains
In Oregon, there are 7 peaks named Bear Mountain. These are found in various counties, including Douglas and Jackson.
Pennsylvania's Bear Mountains
Pennsylvania has 6 peaks named Bear Mountain. They are located in counties such as Adams and Carbon.
Texas's Bear Mountains
Texas has 7 peaks named Bear Mountain. These are found in counties like Eastland and Jeff Davis.
Virginia's Bear Mountains
In Virginia, there are 3 peaks named Bear Mountain, located in Amherst and Highland counties.
Vermont's Bear Mountains
Vermont has 6 peaks named Bear Mountain. These are found in counties like Bennington and Rutland.
Washington's Bear Mountains
The state of Washington has 9 peaks named Bear Mountain. They are located in counties such as Stevens and Whatcom.
Wyoming's Bear Mountains
Wyoming has 5 peaks named Bear Mountain. These are found in counties like Big Horn and Carbon.
Other States with Bear Mountains
Some states have just one peak named Bear Mountain. These include:
- Alabama (St. Clair County)
- Georgia (Cherokee County)
- Kentucky (Madison County)
- Nevada (Elko County)
- South Dakota (Pennington County)
- West Virginia (Pocahontas County)
