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West Virginia

Cheat Mountain Ridge Trail

3.6 mi

Distance

672 ft

Gain

1h 32m

Time

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What we do know

  • Inside Monongahela National Forest

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  • No access route mapped

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Elevation & route

Distance
3.6 mi
Elevation gain
672 ft
Elevation loss
737 ft
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About this trail

The Cheat Mountain Ridge Trail is a scenic point-to-point hike traversing the high ridgeline of Cheat Mountain in West Virginia's Monongahela National Forest. This trail offers expansive views across the Appalachian highlands, passing through mixed hardwood and spruce forests typical of the region's elevated terrain. The ridge walk provides a rewarding alpine-like experience with relatively modest distance, making it accessible to hikers seeking mountain vistas without extreme commitment.

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