Cheney Mountain is a short, and sometimes steep, hike up a local favorite. An easier climb with incredible views makes this perfect for combining with some other short hikes in the region, like Coon or Belfry Mountain. This hike is part of the Moriah Hiking Challenge.

Key takeaways

• Distance: 1.9 miles round trip, including all viewpoints
• Elevation: 1356 feet
• Elevation gain: 550 feet

Hiking Cheney Mountain

This hike crosses a field before entering the forest on an old woods road. Follow this road as it moderately but steadily climbs to high ground. Soon there will be a spur trail to an excellent view that's well worth checking out. The summit is not much farther and it's wooded, but if you follow the trail just beyond the summit you have two great views — one of the High Peaks with the tailings piles of the old mine in the foreground, and the other of the Champlain Bridge and Vermont.

Cheney Mountain in the winter

This is a good trail for snowshoeing, but not the best for crosscountry skiing. It's important be prepared for every winter hike!

Find more legendary trails in the Lake Champlain Region

Want to find more hikes in the Lake Champlain Region’s open spaces? With the Lake Champlain Region’s extensive trail network, there are endless options to choose from!

How to get there

From the intersection of Route 22/9N and county Route 54 (Pelfershire Road) just north of Port Henry, follow county Route 54 for just under 2 miles to the trailhead on the left.