West Mountain
Mountain in Utah · 10,981 ft
The hike up West Mountain
The route starts at Shay Ridge South End Trailhead — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is West Mountain?
West Mountain is 10,981 ft above sea level and lies in Utah. Its prominence is 148 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up West Mountain?
From Shay Ridge South End Trailhead it is about 1.0 mi one way with 748 ft of ascent. Expect around 1 h 20 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for West Mountain?
The nearest starting point is Shay Ridge South End Trailhead (southeast of the peak) — 1.0 mi on foot · ↑ 748 ft · about 1 h 20 min round trip. Alternative: ASPEN FLAT SOUTH END TRAILHEAD (east of the peak) (about 3.4 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 West Mountain in Conquer?
Yes — West 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 West Mountain in the app
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