Charles Mound, Summit in Jo Daviess County, Illinois, United States
Charles Mound rises 376 meters above sea level in the northwestern section of Illinois, near the Wisconsin border in Scales Mound Township.
The first permanent settler, Elijah Charles, established his residence at the base of the mountain in 1828, leading to its current name.
The summit attracts numerous state high point collectors who aim to reach the peaks of all 50 states in the United States.
The private property allows access only during the first weekends of June, July, August, and September through a marked path from Charles Mound Road.
The summit stands within the Driftless Area, a region untouched by glacial activity during the last ice age, resulting in distinct geological formations.
Location: Scales Mound Township
Elevation above the sea: 376 m
Opening Hours: June,July,August,September Saturday[1] open; June,July,August,September Saturday[1] +1 day open
Website: https://highpointers.org/archives/195
GPS coordinates: 42.50411,-90.23984
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:08
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