Mount Liberty (New Hampshire) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Liberty |
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Summit of Mount Liberty
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 4,459 ft (1,359 m) |
| Prominence | 379 ft (116 m) |
| Listing | White Mountain 4000-Footers |
| Geography | |
| Location | Grafton County, New Hampshire, U.S. |
| Parent range | Franconia Range |
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| Easiest route | Hike |
Mount Liberty is a tall mountain in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire. It stands about 4,459 feet (1,359 meters) high! This mountain is part of the Franconia Ridge, which is a famous line of mountains. It's the second highest group of mountains in the White Mountains, right after the Presidential Range. Mount Liberty is located just south of Mount Lafayette, which is the tallest peak on Franconia Ridge.
Mount Liberty is also known as one of the "four-thousand footers". This is a special list kept by the Appalachian Mountain Club. To be on this list, a mountain must be at least 4,000 feet tall. Many hikers love to try and climb all the mountains on this list!
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Where is Mount Liberty?
Mount Liberty is found in Grafton County, New Hampshire. It looks over a beautiful area called Franconia Notch. A "notch" is like a pass or a low point between two mountains. Franconia Notch is a very popular place for visitors.
What is Franconia Ridge?
Franconia Ridge is a long, high line of mountains. Mount Liberty is one of the peaks on this ridge. The ridge is famous for its amazing views. Many people hike along the ridge to see the stunning scenery. It's a challenging but rewarding hike!
Hiking Mount Liberty
Hiking is the main way to reach the top of Mount Liberty. The trails can be steep and rocky, but they lead to incredible views. From the summit, you can see other mountains and the wide-open landscape. It's a great adventure for experienced hikers.
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Mount Liberty seen from the slide on Owl's Head
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