Blunt Top

Hill, Mountain in Cumberland Copeland

England

Blunt Top

Scafell Pike (behind) and Scafell from Over Beck
Scafell Pike (behind) and Scafell from Over Beck Credit: Johnny Coop

Blunt Top, also known as Cumberland Hill or Cumberland Mountain, is a prominent geographical feature located in the Cumberland Plateau region of the United States. It is situated primarily in Tennessee, but also extends into neighboring states such as Kentucky and Virginia.

Blunt Top stands at an impressive elevation of approximately 2,400 feet (730 meters), making it one of the highest points in the Cumberland Plateau. It is characterized by its flat, plateau-like summit, which extends over a considerable area. The name "Blunt Top" is derived from the distinctive shape of the mountain, featuring a rounded, blunt peak rather than a sharp summit commonly associated with other mountains.

The mountain is primarily composed of sedimentary rock formations, such as sandstone and shale, which have been gradually eroded over millions of years. This erosion has resulted in the development of deep valleys and gorges that surround Blunt Top, adding to its scenic beauty. The area is also rich in biodiversity, with a variety of plant and animal species thriving in its diverse habitats, including hardwood forests and rocky outcrops.

Blunt Top serves as a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, camping, and wildlife observation. The mountain's extensive network of trails provides access to its summit and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes. Additionally, Blunt Top's proximity to several national parks and recreational areas further enhances its appeal, attracting visitors from all over the country.

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Blunt Top Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.459764/-3.1983835 or Grid Reference NY2207. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Scafell Pike (behind) and Scafell from Over Beck
Scafell Pike (behind) and Scafell from Over Beck
Pike Crags from Hollow Stones
Pike Crags from Hollow Stones
Looking across Hollow Stones to Scafell Crag
Looking across Hollow Stones to Scafell Crag
Looking towards Pikes Crag
Looking towards Pikes Crag
Borrowdale from Ruddy Gill Looking down the valley from alongside Ruddy Gill. Derwent Water is just visible in the distance.
Borrowdale from Ruddy Gill
Looking down the valley from alongside Ruddy Gill. Derwent Water is just visible in the distance.
Ruddy Gill Ruddy Gill about to enter its gorge which is on the eastern side of Sprinkling Tarn. To the right slopes rise towards Allen Crags, Glaramara is distant at the centre.
Ruddy Gill
Ruddy Gill about to enter its gorge which is on the eastern side of Sprinkling Tarn. To the right slopes rise towards Allen Crags, Glaramara is distant at the centre.
Boulders and rock outcrops on Seathwaite Fell There are many minor outcrops on Seathwaite Fell, topping its knolls and projecting from slopes. The outcrop in the image overlooks the valley of Ruddy Gill / Grains Gill, beyond which is Glaramara.
Boulders and rock outcrops on Seathwaite Fell
There are many minor outcrops on Seathwaite Fell, topping its knolls and projecting from slopes. The outcrop in the image overlooks the valley of Ruddy Gill / Grains Gill, beyond which is Glaramara.
The Scafell range from Bow Fell The grassy hill in the middle distance is Pike de Bield. On the skyline are Sca Fell (in cloud), the gap at Mickledore, and Scafell Pike (clear), with Ill Crag on the right.
The Scafell range from Bow Fell
The grassy hill in the middle distance is Pike de Bield. On the skyline are Sca Fell (in cloud), the gap at Mickledore, and Scafell Pike (clear), with Ill Crag on the right.
The Scafells from Bow Fell north ridge In the foreground is the flattish top of the minor hill Pike de Bield. Along the horizon the Scafells stand proud. From left to right we have Sca Fell, Symonds Knott (a fairly modest top but overlooking the sheer drop of Broad Stand), Mickledore (the sharp dip between the two main hills) and Scafell Pike itself. The cairn on this summit, the highest in England at 978m, is clearly seen from 4km away.

Further to the right is Ill Crag. The 'subject' grid ref is for Symonds Knott.
The Scafells from Bow Fell north ridge
In the foreground is the flattish top of the minor hill Pike de Bield. Along the horizon the Scafells stand proud. From left to right we have Sca Fell, Symonds Knott (a fairly modest top but overlooking the sheer drop of Broad Stand), Mickledore (the sharp dip between the two main hills) and Scafell Pike itself. The cairn on this summit, the highest in England at 978m, is clearly seen from 4km away. Further to the right is Ill Crag. The 'subject' grid ref is for Symonds Knott.
Scafell Pike from Scafell Alone on the summit of Scafell it was standing room only on the top of Scafell Pike
Scafell Pike from Scafell
Alone on the summit of Scafell it was standing room only on the top of Scafell Pike
Styhead Tarn A stone is about to join the fishes. Great End is seen beyond the tarn but the rest of the Scafell Pike ridge is shrouded in low cloud.
Styhead Tarn
A stone is about to join the fishes. Great End is seen beyond the tarn but the rest of the Scafell Pike ridge is shrouded in low cloud.
On the Corridor Route Looking back towards Sty Head with the slopes of Green Gable beyond.
On the Corridor Route
Looking back towards Sty Head with the slopes of Green Gable beyond.
Sty Head from the Breast Route Looking back down on Sty Head while ascending Great Gable by the Breast Route. The path to Sprinkling Tarn is ahead centre.
Sty Head from the Breast Route
Looking back down on Sty Head while ascending Great Gable by the Breast Route. The path to Sprinkling Tarn is ahead centre.
View into Wasdale From the Corridor Route to Scafell Pike, looking down into upper Wasdale with Great Gable to the right.
View into Wasdale
From the Corridor Route to Scafell Pike, looking down into upper Wasdale with Great Gable to the right.
Scafell Pike Approaching the summit having climbed by the Corridor Route via Lingmell Col. Across the boulder field the summit is ahead.
Scafell Pike
Approaching the summit having climbed by the Corridor Route via Lingmell Col. Across the boulder field the summit is ahead.
On Toad How The Moses' Trod path crosses another scree patch above Toad How, on the southern side of Great Gable. Ahead, the crags of Spout Head are split by the deep Skew Gill.
On Toad How
The Moses' Trod path crosses another scree patch above Toad How, on the southern side of Great Gable. Ahead, the crags of Spout Head are split by the deep Skew Gill.
A small sheepfold The rather dilapidated remains of a one-time larger sheepfold.
A small sheepfold
The rather dilapidated remains of a one-time larger sheepfold.
On a faint path below Spout Head Marked as a path on some scales of the map, and even as a bridleway a little further downhill, this track is well cairned but little used.
On a faint path below Spout Head
Marked as a path on some scales of the map, and even as a bridleway a little further downhill, this track is well cairned but little used.
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Blunt Top is located at Grid Ref: NY2207 (Lat: 54.459764, Lng: -3.1983835)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Copeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Located within 500m of 54.459764,-3.1983835
Ill Crag
Ele: 935
Natural: peak
Source: OS 1:25k
Wikidata: Q5998650
Wikipedia: en:Ill Crag
Lat/Long: 54.4556382/-3.1997562
Long Pike
Ele: 825
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 54.4633424/-3.1994276
Calf Cove
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 54.4627645/-3.1935233
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 54.4618521/-3.1923994
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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