Bald Knob

Mountain in West Virginia · 1,552 ft

1,552 ft
Elevation
325 ft
Prominence
0.4 mi
Hike length one way
39.3361, -80.2394
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Bald Knob

0.4 mi
one way
285 ft
of ascent
28 min
round trip

The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

1,253 ft0.4 mi · 1,539 ft

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Parking and starting point

1Parking areaRecommended
parking · south of the peak
0.4 mi on foot · ↑ 285 ft · about 28 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Parking area
parking · south of the peak
about 0.4 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Parking area
parking · south of the peak
about 0.7 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Bald Knob?

Bald Knob is 1,552 ft above sea level and lies in West Virginia. Its prominence is 325 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Bald Knob?

From the nearest registered starting point it is about 0.4 mi one way with 285 ft of ascent. Expect around 28 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Bald Knob?

The nearest parking is the parking area south of the peak — 0.4 mi on foot · ↑ 285 ft · about 28 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area south of the peak (about 0.4 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 Bald Knob in Conquer?

Yes — Bald 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.

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