Pignut Mountain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Pignut Mountain |
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View of Pignut Mountain from nearby Neighbor Mountain
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,535 ft (773 m) |
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| Location | Rappahannock County, Virginia, U.S. |
| Parent range | Blue Ridge Mountains |
Pignut Mountain is a mountain located in Rappahannock County, Virginia. It is a part of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. The highest point, or summit, of Pignut Mountain is found within the Shenandoah National Park.
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What is Pignut Mountain Made Of?
Pignut Mountain is part of the Appalachian Mountains, which are very old. It sits in the northern part of the Blue Ridge area. This mountain is separated from the main Blue Ridge chain by a low area called a gap.
How the Gap Formed
This gap was created by fast erosion. Erosion is when natural forces like water or wind wear away rock and soil. The erosion happened along a geological fault. A fault is like a big crack in the Earth's crust where rocks have moved.
Visiting Pignut Mountain: What to Know
Pignut Mountain is a wild and natural place. It has not been developed, meaning there are no buildings or paved roads on it. You won't find any marked trails leading to the top.
Reaching the Summit
To get to the top of Pignut Mountain, you would need to "bushwhack." This means hiking through thick woods without a clear path. You can start from the Hull School Trail, which you can reach from Skyline Drive.
Best Views of the Mountain
If you want to see Pignut Mountain from a distance, there are several great spots along Skyline Drive.
- Thornton Hollow Overlook: This viewpoint is on nearby Neighbor Mountain. It gives you a view of Pignut Mountain from the west.
- Little Devils Stairs Overlook: Located on Hogback Mountain, this spot offers a view from the north.
- Rattlesnake Point Overlook: You can find this overlook on Sugarloaf. It provides a view of Pignut Mountain from the northwest.
