Short Wood
Mountain in West Midlands · 313 m
The hike up Short Wood
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 Short Wood?
Short Wood is 313 m above sea level and lies in West Midlands. Its prominence is 50 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Short Wood?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 4.3 km one way with 198 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 13 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Short Wood?
The nearest parking is the parking area south of the peak — 4.3 km on foot · ↑ 198 m · about 2 h 13 min round trip. Alternative: Bury Ditches (west of the peak) (about 5.4 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 Short Wood in Conquer?
Yes — Short Wood is one of 17,154 peaks in United Kingdom 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.
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