Farmington Mountain, Mountain summit in Farmington, Connecticut, United States.
Farmington Mountain rises 502 feet above sea level with a distinctive ridge formation extending 1.4 miles in length and 0.5 miles in width.
The mountain formed during the Triassic Period through volcanic activities, resulting in the basalt composition that characterizes its current geological structure.
The Hill-Stead Museum, established in 1901 on Farmington Mountain, preserves significant art collections and exemplifies Colonial Revival architecture.
Visitors access the mountain through multiple trailheads, with the Metacomet Trail providing a continuous path across the summit ridge.
The mountain creates specific microclimates along its slopes, supporting distinct plant communities that differ from surrounding Connecticut lowlands.
Location: Connecticut
Made from material: igneous rock
Part of: Metacomet Ridge
GPS coordinates: 41.71343,-72.81565
Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:59
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