Calhoun Hill

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Calhoun Hill
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Calhoun Hill
Location of Calhoun Hill within New York
Highest point
Elevation 2,070 feet (630 m)
Coordinates 42°13′18″N74°48′26″W / 42.22167°N 74.80722°W / 42.22167; -74.80722 Coordinates: 42°13′18″N74°48′26″W / 42.22167°N 74.80722°W / 42.22167; -74.80722 [1]
Geography
Location Delhi, New York, U.S.
Topo map USGS Andes

Calhoun Hill is a mountain located in the Catskill Mountains of New York east-southeast of Delhi. Bryden Mountain is located northwest, Hemlock Knoll is located south-southeast, and Craig Hill is located west of Calhoun Hill.

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