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Masons Knob Overlook - elev. 1425' (Milepost 26.0)

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Overlook Description

From the overlook Masons Knob rises above the surrounding landscape. In 1750 John Mason settled at the foot of the mountain. During the Indian raids of the French and Indian War his dwelling was used as a stockade.
 

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Overlook description text adapted from selected works by Menasha Ridge Press.

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