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West Mountain
West Mountain is located in New York Adirondack Park
West Mountain
West Mountain
Location in New York Adirondack Park
West Mountain is located in the United States
West Mountain
West Mountain
Location in the United States
Highest point
Elevation 1,959 feet (597 m)
Geography
Location ENE of Huntersland, New York, U.S.
Topo map USGS Rensselaerville

West Mountain is a natural landform called a mountain located in Albany County, New York. It stands tall to the east-northeast of a place called Huntersland. This mountain is part of the beautiful landscape of New York State.

Discovering West Mountain

West Mountain is an interesting part of the geography in Albany County. It's a great example of the many natural features you can find in New York.

Where is West Mountain?

West Mountain is found in the eastern part of New York State. Specifically, it's located in Albany County, New York. If you were looking on a map, you would find it a bit to the east-northeast of a small community called Huntersland.

What's Nearby?

West Mountain isn't alone! It has some neighbors.

  • To its east-northeast, you'll find another landform called East Hill.
  • To its southwest, there's Cook Hill.

These nearby hills help define the landscape around West Mountain.

How Tall is West Mountain?

West Mountain reaches an elevation of about 1,959 feet (or 597 meters) above sea level. This makes it a notable feature in the local area.

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