Thorny Flat

Thorny Flat (4,848 feet (1,478 m)) is the second highest peak in the U.S. state of West Virginia, after Spruce Knob.^[3][4] Thorny Flat is the high point of the ridge known as Cheat Mountain.

Elevation4,848 ft (1,478 m)^[1]

Prominence1,688 ft (515 m)^[1]

Coordinates38°23′37″N 79°59′02″W^[2]

LocationPocahontas County, West Virginia, U.S.

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Thorny Flat
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Highest point
Elevation	4,848 ft (1,478 m)[1]
Prominence	1,688 ft (515 m)[1]
Coordinates	38°23′37″N 79°59′02″W[2]
Geography
Location	Pocahontas County, West Virginia, U.S.
Parent range	Alleghany Mountains
Topo map	USGS Cass
Climbing
First ascent	Prehistoric
Easiest route	Hike

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