Appalachian Mountains
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Elevation | 2,037 m |
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Range coordinates | 40°N 78°W / 40°N 78°W Coordinates: 40°N 78°W / 40°N 78°W |
Length | 2,050 mi |
Did you know | The Appalachians includes the White Mountains, Green Mountains, Catskills, Alleghenies, Blue Ridge, and Cumberland Mountains; the highest point is Mount Mitchell in North Carolina at 2037m (6684ft). |
Ratings | 4.6 |
Area | 1.909 million km² |
Highest point | Mount Mitchell |
Passes | Cumberland Gap |
Appalachian Gap | |
Newfound Gap | |
Countries | United States |
Canada | |
Mountains | Mount Mitchell |
Blue Ridge Mountains | |
Mount Katahdin | |
Clingmans Dome | |
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Date of Upd. | |
ID | 1080003 |
About Appalachian Mountains
The Appalachian Mountains, often called the Appalachians, are a mountain range in eastern to northeastern North America. Here, the term "Appalachian" refers to several different regions associated with the mountain range, and its surrounding terrain.
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