Iron Mountain
Mountain in California · 3,543 ft
The hike up Iron Mountain
The route starts at Copley Mountain OHV Staging Area — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Iron Mountain?
Iron Mountain is 3,543 ft above sea level and lies in California. Its prominence is 174 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Iron Mountain?
From Copley Mountain OHV Staging Area it is about 8.7 mi one way with 2,684 ft of ascent. Expect around 7 h 18 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Iron Mountain?
The nearest parking is Copley Mountain OHV Staging Area (east of the peak) — 8.7 mi on foot · ↑ 2,684 ft · about 7 h 18 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area south of the peak (about 9.9 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Iron Mountain in Conquer?
Yes — Iron Mountain is one of 49,213 peaks in United States 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 Iron Mountain in the app
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