Negro Mountain, Mountain ridge in southwestern Pennsylvania, United States
Negro Mountain is a ridge in southwestern Pennsylvania's Allegheny range that stretches across the landscape with its highest point at Mount Davis. The terrain features multiple trails through forested areas and open ridgetop sections with changing views along the way.
The mountain received its name in 1756 following an event involving a free African American named Nemisis during a frontier expedition. This naming origin shaped how the place became known in the region.
The Maryland Department of Transportation removed directional signs on Negro Mountain in 2019 following discussions about racial sensitivity and naming conventions.
The Mount Davis Natural Area provides access with multiple marked trails through the forested terrain at varying difficulty levels. Visitors should prepare for changing weather conditions, especially during colder months when the ground may be wet or frozen.
Pennsylvania State Representative Rosita Youngblood proposed renaming the mountain to Black Hero Mountain, but the suggestion faced opposition from local authorities.
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