South Mountain (New Haven County, Connecticut)

South Mountain, 767 ft (234 m), is a prominent traprock peak in the Hanging Hills of Meriden, Connecticut. Rugged and scenic, the peak rises steeply above the city of Meriden 400 ft (122 m) below and is characterized by its vertical cliffs and sweeping views of southern Connecticut and Long Island Sound.

South Mountain
Ledges of South Mountain from East Peak. Merimere Reservoir and Mine Island in foreground
Highest point
Elevation767 ft (234 m)
Parent peak41° 33' 16"N, 72° 49' 25"W
Listing
Coordinates41°33′16″N 72°49′25″W
Geography
LocationMeriden and Berlin, Connecticut
Parent rangeHanging Hills / Metacomet Ridge
Geology
Age of rock200 million yrs.
Mountain typefault-block; igneous
Climbing
Easiest routeNo official trail

Most of South Mountain is located within the 1,800-acre (7.3 km2) Hubbard Park. The 51-mile (82 km) Metacomet Trail crosses the wooded backside of South Mountain, but no official trail leads to the southern cliff face. Activities enjoyed on the mountain include hiking, and in the winter, snowshoeing and backcountry skiing.

See also

< EastWest >

References

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