Southwest Mountains
| Southwest Mountains | |
|---|---|
The Southwest Mountains, northern Albemarle County | |
| Highest point | |
| Peak | Peters Mountain (1,801 feet) |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 70 mi (110 km) |
| Width | 3.5 mi (5.6 km) |
| Geography | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Parent range | Appalachian Mountains |
The Southwest Mountains of Virginia are a mountain range centered on Charlottesville, parallel to and geologically associated with the Blue Ridge Mountains, which lie about 30 miles (50 km) to the west. The range is breached by the Rivanna River between Monticello and Pantops Mountain. Some of the more prominent peaks include Carters Mountain, Fan Mountain, Brush Mountain, Peters Mountain, Walton's Mountain, and Hightop Mountain.