Little Cacapon Mountain

Little Cacapon Mountain is a summit in Hampshire County rising to about 1,575 feet (480 meters) in the Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians. The mountain stretches between Chestnut Oak Ridge and Slanesville Pike, with the Little Cacapon River flowing along its western edge.

Native American tribes hunted and settled in this mountain area long before European colonists arrived in the region. The presence of these early inhabitants shaped the landscape and left lasting marks reflected in the names still used today.

The name Cacapon comes from indigenous languages and reflects the connection between this mountain and its first inhabitants. You still hear this name used throughout the area today, linking visitors to the region's deeper past.

Multiple access points to the mountain are available through local roads, with spring and fall offering the most pleasant hiking conditions. Check weather forecasts before your visit, as seasonal changes can affect how easily you can reach various points on the mountain.

The mountain overlooks the Little Cacapon River flowing along its western slope, creating a natural boundary in the landscape. This waterway was essential to the people who lived in the region long ago.

Location: West Virginia

Part of: Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians

GPS coordinates: 39.35010,-78.61029

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:40