High Knob
Mountain in Illinois · 919 ft
The hike up High Knob
The route starts at HIGH KNOB — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is High Knob?
High Knob is 919 ft above sea level and lies in Illinois. Its prominence is 299 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up High Knob?
From HIGH KNOB it is about 0.5 mi one way with 266 ft of ascent. Expect around 30 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for High Knob?
The nearest parking is High Knob Trailhead (south of the peak) — about 0.0 mi to the summit. Alternative: HIGH KNOB (west of the peak) (0.5 mi on foot · ↑ 266 ft · about 30 min round trip). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log High Knob in Conquer?
Yes — High Knob 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 High Knob in the app
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