Ramapo Mountains
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The Ramapo Mountains are a forested chain of the Appalachian mountains in northeastern New Jersey and southeastern New York in the United States. They range in height from 900 ft to 1,200 feet (270–370 meters).
A number of parks and forest preserves encompass parts of the Ramapos, including Harriman State Park, the Ramapo Valley County Reservation, Ramapo Mountain State Forest, and Bear Mountain State Park. There are many hiking trails, including sections of the Appalachian Trail.
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[edit] Points of interest
- Skylands, the New Jersey State Botanical Garden
[edit] Flora and fauna
- Many types of plants including Oak Trees cover the mountains.
- Diverse wildlife including White-tailed deer and Pheasants inhabit the Ramapo Mountains.
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Coordinates: 41°10′20″N 74°06′00″W / 41.1723°N 74.1001°W
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