Is Bear Mountain a real mountain?

Bear Mountain is a peak of the southern Taconic Mountains in Salisbury, Connecticut. At 2316 feet (note, per references 1 and 3, there is disagreement about the precise elevation), Bear Mountain is the highest mountain that lies wholly within Connecticut.



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Bear Mountain Waterfall About 2km along the trail you'll reach a pretty waterfall that cascades down the cliffs, plus a second smaller waterfall. The surrounding rocks are blanketed in moss.

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Top ways to experience Bear Mountain State Park and nearby attractions. 98% of travelers recommend this experience. This number is based on the percentage of all Tripadvisor reviews for this product that have a bubble rating of 4 or higher. 95% of travelers recommend this experience.

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A recent hiker of the Appalachian Trail said he met only one rattlesnake in his 2,000 mile walk from Maine to Georgia, but that was in Bear Mountain State Park.

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The snowfall is bolstered by 100% snowmaking. Take some time to enjoy the big sundeck after you get off the slopes. For smaller version of the features for which Bear Mountain is known, head to the Skill Builder Park.

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