Ice Mountain

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Ice Mountain
Elevation 1,509 feet (460 metres)
Location West Virginia, USA
Range Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians
Coordinates 39°21′48″N, 78°28′01″W
Topo map USGS Capon Bridge
First ascent unknown
Easiest route hike, drive

Ice Mountain is a forested mountain ridge of the Ridge-and-valley Appalachians in Hampshire County, West Virginia, United States. Ice Mountain is situated along North River and is known for the several hundred yards of ice that form at its base all year long. At its southern end overlooking the community of North River Mills are located the Raven Rocks. Geologically, Ice Mountain is a northern extension of North River Mountain. Guided hikes on Ice Mountain are offered on North River Mills and Ice Mountain Day in May.

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