Blue Knob

Mountain in West Virginia · 4,403 ft

4,403 ft
Elevation
417 ft
Prominence
0.8 mi
Hike length one way
38.1758, -80.2794
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Blue Knob

0.8 mi
one way
423 ft
of ascent
47 min
round trip

The route starts at KENNISON MOUNTAIN TRAILHEAD — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

3,990 ft0.8 mi · 4,403 ft

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Parking and starting point

1KENNISON MOUNTAIN TRAILHEADRecommended
parking · north of the peak
0.8 mi on foot · ↑ 423 ft · about 47 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Parking area
parking · northwest of the peak
about 2.4 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Parking area
parking · east of the peak
about 2.7 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 Blue Knob?

Blue Knob is 4,403 ft above sea level and lies in West Virginia. Its prominence is 417 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Blue Knob?

From KENNISON MOUNTAIN TRAILHEAD it is about 0.8 mi one way with 423 ft of ascent. Expect around 47 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Blue Knob?

The nearest parking is KENNISON MOUNTAIN TRAILHEAD (north of the peak) — 0.8 mi on foot · ↑ 423 ft · about 47 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northwest of the peak (about 2.4 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 Blue Knob in Conquer?

Yes — Blue 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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