Cherry Ridge
Mountain in West Virginia · 2,142 ft
The hike up Cherry Ridge
The route starts at BUCKTAIL — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Cherry Ridge?
Cherry Ridge is 2,142 ft above sea level and lies in West Virginia. Its prominence is 135 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Cherry Ridge?
From BUCKTAIL it is about 1.7 mi one way with 719 ft of ascent. Expect around 1 h 34 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Cherry Ridge?
The nearest parking is BUCKTAIL (northeast of the peak) — 1.7 mi on foot · ↑ 719 ft · about 1 h 34 min round trip. Alternative: HALFMOON (southeast of the peak) (about 3.5 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 Cherry Ridge in Conquer?
Yes — Cherry Ridge 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 Cherry Ridge in the app
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