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Red Hill (Merced County) facts for kids

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Red Hill is a tall hill, also called a summit, located in Merced County, California. It's part of the Diablo Range, a long chain of mountains. This hill stands at 2,326 feet (or 709 meters) high, making it a notable point in the area.

What is Red Hill?

Red Hill is the highest point on a long ridge, which is like a long, narrow hilltop. You can find its highest spots between these coordinates: 37°07′35″N 121°11′31″W / 37.12639°N 121.19194°W / 37.12639; -121.19194 and 37°07′27″N 121°11′50″W / 37.12417°N 121.19722°W / 37.12417; -121.19722.

Traveling Over Red Hill

A road called Red Mountain Road crosses over this ridge. It used to be known as the Cottonwood Grade. This road connects Fifield Road, which is on the main part of the Diablo Range, with McCabe Road near Romero Creek.

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