Spruce Knob, Mountain summit in Pendleton County, US
The highest point in West Virginia reaches 1,482 meters and features an observation tower offering views across the Appalachian Mountains and valleys.
The logging industry in the early 20th century transformed the landscape of Spruce Knob, affecting the distribution of native red spruce forests.
The Spruce Knob Mountain Center organizes educational programs about local ecosystems, connecting visitors with the natural heritage of Potomac Highlands.
Visitors can access the summit through forest roads and multiple hiking trails, including the half-mile Whispering Spruce Trail loop.
Strong winds at the summit create misshapen trees known as Krummholz, while the mountain slopes contain large sections of Pennsylvanian Pottsville Sandstone.
Location: West Virginia
Location: Pendleton County
Elevation above the sea: 1,482 m
Made from material: sandstone
GPS coordinates: 38.69984,-79.53283
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:41
West Virginia combines natural areas with historic sites. The state features waterfalls, mountain peaks, caves and old railroad tracks. Visitors find national forests, historic battlefields and mineral springs. The region displays geological formations, abandoned mining towns and astronomical observatories.
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