List of summits and ridges of Rabun County, Georgia facts for kids
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Welcome to Rabun County, Georgia! This area is famous for its beautiful mountains and high places. This article will tell you about some of the tallest "summits" (which are the very tops of mountains) and "ridge highpoints" (the highest spots along a mountain ridge) in Rabun County. All the places we'll talk about are higher than 2,800 feet (about 853 meters) above sea level.
Sometimes, the exact height of a mountain is measured using special maps called topographic maps. These maps show the shape and height of the land.
Tallest Mountains in Rabun County
Rabun County is home to some really tall mountains. The highest point in the county is Rabun Bald, which stands at an amazing 4,696 feet (1,431 meters) tall! It's not just the tallest in Rabun County, but also the second-highest mountain in all of Georgia.
Another very tall mountain is Dick's Knob, reaching 4,600 feet (1,402 meters). These high peaks offer incredible views and are part of the Appalachian Mountains, a huge mountain range in eastern North America.
Notable Peaks and Highpoints
Besides the very tallest, Rabun County has many other interesting high places. Here are a few more you might hear about:
- Grassy Ridge: This is a high ridge that reaches 4,406 feet (1,343 meters).
- Flint Knob: A "knob" is a rounded hill or mountain. Flint Knob is 4,240 feet (1,292 meters) high.
- Flat Top: As its name suggests, this mountain has a flat top and is 4,142 feet (1,262 meters) tall.
- Blackrock Mountain: This mountain is part of Black Rock Mountain State Park, Georgia's highest state park. It stands at 3,640 feet (1,109 meters).
- Screamer Mountain: This mountain is 3,000 feet (914 meters) high and is known for its unique name.
Many of these mountains and highpoints are covered in forests and are home to lots of wildlife. They are great places for hiking and enjoying nature.
See also
Sources
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- Rabun County elevations from Topozone.com
- Georgia's Named Summits
- 100 highest peaks in Georgia
- Georgia peaks over 4,000 feet
