Sawteeth (New York) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Sawteeth |
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Ausable Valley, Sawteeth (left), Pyramid and Gothics (right)
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,265 metres (4,150 ft) |
| Prominence | 150 m (490 ft) |
| Listing | Adirondack High Peaks 35th |
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 Sawteeth
Location in New York Adirondack Park
Sawteeth
Location in the United States
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| Location | Keene, Essex County, New York |
| Parent range | the Great Range |
| Topo map | USGS Mount Marcy |
Sawteeth is a cool mountain located in Essex County, New York. It's part of a bigger group of mountains called the Great Range in the Adirondack Mountains. People call it Sawteeth because its top ridge looks like the sharp teeth of a saw! This mountain is on a smaller ridge that branches off from another famous mountain called Gothics.
About Sawteeth Mountain
Sawteeth is located in Keene, Essex County, New York. It stands at about 1,265 meters (4,150 feet) tall. It's known as the 35th highest peak among the Adirondack High Peaks.
Where the Water Goes
The rain and snow that fall on Sawteeth flow into different streams. This area is part of the watershed of the East Branch of the Ausable River. This river eventually flows into Lake Champlain. From there, the water travels into Canada's Richelieu River, then the Saint Lawrence River, and finally into the Gulf of Saint Lawrence.
The water from the west and south sides of Sawteeth flows into Shanty Brook. This brook then joins the East Branch of the Ausable River. This happens between Upper and Lower Ausable Lake. The water from the east and north sides of Sawteeth goes into Cascade Brook. This brook also flows into the East Branch, but below Lower Ausable Lake.
Protecting the Mountain
Sawteeth is located inside the High Peaks Wilderness Area. This area is part of the larger Adirondack Park. These areas help protect the natural beauty and wildlife of the mountains.
