Pond Mountain

Pond Mountain
Pond Mountain with Squantz Pond in the foreground
Highest point
Elevation1,198 ft (365 m)
Coordinates41°30′37″N 73°29′23″W / 41.5102670°N 73.4896954°W / 41.5102670; -73.4896954
Geography
Pond Mountain
Location of Pond Mountain in Connecticut
CountryUnited States
StateConnecticut
Planning RegionWestern Connecticut Planning Region

Pond Mountain is a summit in New Fairfield, Connecticut. It is located within the confines of Pootatuck State Forest.

Pond Mountain was originally part of the lands of the Schaghiticoke tribe. It was an area of significance during the sachemship of Squantz, leader of the Potatuck until his death circa 1725. Council Rock, located on Pond Mountain, was an important vantage point and meeting place for the tribe.

Pond Mountain and Council Rock are accessible by hikers from Squantz Pond State Park.

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