Record SL-641217 · Wikidata Q1065571
Charles Mound
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Elevation
374
m
1,227 ft
Prominence
95 m
Isolation
—
Coordinates
42.5041° N,
90.2398° W
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaCharles Mound is a gentle, 1,235-foot (376 m) high hill located in Scales Mound Township, Jo Daviess County, Illinois, United States. It is 2 miles (3.2 km) northeast of the small town of Scales Mound, and 11 miles (18 km) northeast of Galena. Despite its name, Charles Mound is a naturally occurring, erosional feature and is not to be confused with the intentional mounds created by native cultures. It is the highest natural point in the state and is thus considered a state highpoint. It is the lowest state highpoint in the Midwestern region of the United States.
Best months
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Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Hill | 381 m | N 12° | 4.3 km |
| Scales Mound | 356 m | SW 212° | 4.9 km |