Mont Ham facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mont Ham |
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 713 m (2,339 ft) |
| Prominence | 358 m (1,175 ft) |
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 Mont Ham
Location in Southern Quebec
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| Parent range | Southern Notre Dame Mountains |
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| Age of rock | Ordovician |
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| Easiest route | hiking |
Mont Ham is a cool mountain located in Quebec, Canada. It's part of the southern Notre Dame Mountains, which are themselves part of the larger Appalachian Mountains. You can find it near the small town of Ham-Sud in the Estrie region.
This mountain is managed by a group called "Le développement du Mont Ham." This group works to protect the amazing plants and animals in the area. They also create fun new activities for visitors and the local community. Mont Ham is a special place for everyone to enjoy nature!
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Discover Mont Ham: A Mountain Adventure
Mont Ham is a popular spot for outdoor fun. It's known for its beautiful views and many activities. The park around the mountain is open all year long.
Where is Mont Ham Located?
Mont Ham is found in Saint-Joseph-de-Ham-Sud, which is very close to Ham-Nord. Both of these places are in the Eastern Townships region of Quebec. It's a great place to visit if you love nature and adventure.
How Tall is Mont Ham?
The top of Mont Ham is about 713 meters (2,339 feet) high. This makes it a good challenge for hikers. From the summit, you can see amazing views all around. There are marked trails that lead you to the top.
Activities and Fun at Mont Ham
Mont Ham offers many exciting things to do, no matter the season. It's a perfect place for families and friends to explore the outdoors.
Year-Round Adventures
The park is open every day of the year. This means you can visit in summer, fall, winter, or spring!
- Hiking: There are many trails for different skill levels.
- Scrambling: For those who like a bit more challenge, some parts require climbing over rocks.
- Snowshoeing: In winter, you can explore the snowy trails.
- Cross-country skiing: Glide through the beautiful winter landscape.
- Disc golf: A fun game that's like golf, but with frisbees!
- Camping: Spend a night under the stars right at the mountain.
A Special Park Status
In 2014, Mont Ham became the first "regional park" in the Eastern Townships. This was a big deal! It meant the park received a large grant of over $1.3 million. This money helped them make the park even better with new expansions and improvements.
The Ancient Story of Mont Ham
Mont Ham has a very long history, going back millions of years. Its rocks tell a story of how the Earth has changed over time.
How the Mountain Was Formed
Mont Ham is part of the lower Appalachian Mountains. It was created more than 500 million years ago! This happened when huge continental plates (like giant puzzle pieces of the Earth's crust) slowly moved and crashed into each other. This movement pushed up the land, forming mountains like Mont Ham.
Rocks and Ice
Even though the mountain itself is very old, the land around it is much younger. About 12,200 years ago, during the Ice Age, huge glaciers covered the area. As these glaciers melted, they left behind piles of rock and dirt called moraine. The mountain's main rock is a special type called boninite.
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Mont Ham in Quebec
