Mount Bielawski facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Bielawski |
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 Mount Bielawski
Location in California
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 3,234 ft (986 m) NAVD 88 |
| Prominence | 1,671 ft (509 m) |
| Listing | California county high points 51st |
| Geography | |
| Location | Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties, California, U.S. |
| Parent range | Santa Cruz Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Castle Rock Ridge |
Mount Bielawski (sometimes spelled Mount Bielewski) is a mountain in the Santa Cruz Mountains of California. It is located near the San Francisco Bay Area. The mountain reaches a height of 3,234 feet (986 meters). This makes it the highest point in Santa Cruz County.
The mountain is found just southwest of the border between Santa Cruz and Santa Clara counties. It is also close to Highway 35. Sometimes, snow falls on Mount Bielawski during the winter months.
About Mount Bielawski
Mount Bielawski is an important landmark in the Santa Cruz Mountains. These mountains are part of the Coast Ranges in California. The mountain's peak offers views of the surrounding area. Its location makes it a key part of the local geography.
How the Mountain Got Its Name
Mount Bielawski is named after a man named Casimir Bielawski. He was a chief draughtsman for the Surveyor General's office. A draughtsman is someone who draws detailed maps and plans. He helped survey, or measure, public lands.
The mountain has also been called Mount McPherson. This name came from Duncan McPherson. He owned about 50 acres (20 hectares) of land at the top of the mountain. He owned this land during the 1930s and 1940s.
