Bradley Mountain

Bradley Mountain is a traprock peak on Connecticut’s Metacomet Ridge, west of New Britain in Southington and Plainville, known for cliff-top views, unusual plant communities, and its place along an important raptor migration route. Formed from basalt lava laid down as North America began separating from Africa and Eurasia near the end of the Triassic Period, its cliffs and ridges were shaped by later faulting and earthquakes. Protected land on the summit and upper western ridgeline supports recreation and connects to the Metacomet Trail. Despite conservation efforts, suburban development and quarrying, especially on the northeast side, continue to threaten its landscape and ecosystem.

Plainville, Connecticut · United States