Peters Mountain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Peters Mountain West virginia |
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At the state line along Route 311
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| Highest point | |
| Peak | Monroe County High Point gets up to 4000 feet, and is 52 miles long (Monroe County, WV/Giles County, VA) |
| Elevation | 4,073 ft (1,241 m) |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 52 mi (84 km) |
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 Location in West Virginia
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| Country | United States |
| Range coordinates | 37°36′24″N 80°14′27″W / 37.60667°N 80.24083°W |
| Parent range | Allegheny Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS |
Peters Mountain is a long mountain that stretches for about 52-mile (84 km) in the United States. It sits right on the border between the states of Virginia and West Virginia.
This mountain is located where four different counties meet. These are Alleghany County, VA, Monroe County, WV, Giles County, VA, and Craig County, VA. The highest point on Peters Mountain is about 4,073 feet (1,241 m) tall. The lowest parts of the mountain are around 2,300 feet (700 m). Peters Mountain even helps provide some of the water supply for Monroe County.
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Discovering Peters Mountain
Peters Mountain is a place of natural beauty. It has many interesting features for you to explore.
Rock Formations and Wet Areas
Along the very top of Peters Mountain, you can find many large sandstone rocks sticking out. These are called outcroppings. There are also several high mountain bogs on a part of the mountain called Pine Swamp Ridge. Bogs are like wet, marshy areas.
Forest Life
The mountain is mostly covered in thick forests. You'll see many different kinds of trees here. Some common ones include white oak, yellow poplar, red oak, and hickory trees. These forests are home to lots of wildlife.
How Peters Mountain Got Its Name
Peters Mountain was named after a person named Peter Wright. He was one of the early settlers in the area. Peter Wright made his home near the mountain in a place called Covington, Virginia way back in 1746.
Hiking Trails and Wilderness
Peters Mountain is a popular spot for hikers and nature lovers. It has famous trails and a special protected area.
Famous Hiking Trails
- The Appalachian Trail is a very long and famous hiking path. A part of this trail goes right along the top of Peters Mountain.
- The Allegheny Trail also ends its journey here. Its southern end meets the state border on Peters Mountain.
Peters Mountain Wilderness
A special area on the east side of Peters Mountain in Virginia is called the Peters Mountain Wilderness. This area was set aside in 1984 to protect its natural environment. It covers about 4,531 acres (18.34 km2). The Jefferson National Forest helps to manage and protect this beautiful wilderness.
