Elk Mound

Elk Mound is a kame, a type of irregularly shaped hill formed by glacial debris, in northwestern Wisconsin.[1] It has an elevation of over 1,200 feet above sea level. The hill lends its name to the village of Elk Mound, Wisconsin, as well as the Town of Elk Mound.

History

Elk bones were found at the mound by early settlers, hence the name.[2]

References
  1. "Elk Mound (summit)". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey.
  2. Chicago and North Western Railway Company (1908). A History of the Origin of the Place Names Connected with the Chicago & North Western and Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Railways. p. 174.

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