McCarthy Hill
Mountain in Greater Accra · 123 m
The hike up McCarthy Hill
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is McCarthy Hill?
McCarthy Hill is 123 m above sea level and lies in Greater Accra. Its prominence is 81 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up McCarthy Hill?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 7.0 km one way with 173 m of ascent. Expect around 3 h 25 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for McCarthy Hill?
The nearest parking is the parking area west of the peak — 7.0 km on foot · ↑ 173 m · about 3 h 25 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northeast of the peak (about 9.4 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log McCarthy Hill in Conquer?
Yes — McCarthy Hill is one of 282 peaks in Ghana in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer McCarthy Hill in the app
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