Whitetop Mountain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Whitetop Mountain |
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View from Whitetop of Buzzard Rock and Beech Mountain.
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 5,525 ft (1,684 m) |
| Prominence | 1,040 ft (320 m) |
| Geography | |
| Location | Grayson / Smyth / Washington counties, Virginia, U.S. |
| Parent range | Appalachian Mountains, Blue Ridge Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Whitetop Mountain |
| Geology | |
| Mountain type | granite |
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| Easiest route | Hike |
Whitetop Mountain is a very tall mountain in the state of Virginia, United States. It is the second highest independent mountain in Virginia. It is also the third highest named peak in the state. The tallest mountain in Virginia is Mount Rogers, which is nearby.
Whitetop Mountain is located where three counties meet: Grayson, Smyth, and Washington Counties. It is also part of the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. This area is inside the larger Jefferson National Forest.
About Whitetop Mountain
Whitetop Mountain stands 5,525 feet (1,684 meters) tall. It is part of the Appalachian Mountains and the Blue Ridge Mountains. The mountain is made of a type of rock called granite. You can hike to the top of Whitetop Mountain.
Unique Nature and Wildlife
Whitetop Mountain is like a special "island" for nature. It has plants and animals that usually live much farther north. For example, you can find old red spruce trees here. These are a type of softwood tree. This unique environment is protected within a conservation area that shares the mountain's name.
White Top Folk Festival
From 1932 to 1939, a special event called the White Top Folk Festival took place on Whitetop Mountain. This festival happened every year except for 1937. It was a place where people celebrated traditional music and culture.
