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City	Cheat Lake
State	West Virginia (WV)
County	Monongalia County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	39.663582
Longitude	-79.848095
Population	9,930
Density	267.4 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	26508
Area Code	304
County Seat	Morgantown
School District	Monongalia School District

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About Cheat Lake, West Virginia

Cheat Lake is a locality in Monongalia County, West Virginia, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,930. The population density is 267.4 people per km². Cheat Lake is located at 39.6636°N, 79.8481°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 26508.

Cheat Lake defines the landscape with its expansive, winding waters held firmly within the embrace of the surrounding highlands. It lies 6.2 miles east-northeast of Morgantown, WV (from Morgantown, WV: bearing 62°T), and is situated 5.0 miles north-northeast of Brookhaven. The Kelly Run flows with a quiet persistence through the terrain, cutting a path toward the larger body of water that serves as the region's anchor. Beyond the immediate banks, the topography rises into the complex folds of Birch Hollow, where the shadows linger long after the sun has begun its descent. The air here carries the scent of damp earth and deep timber, a reminder of the vast, wooded wilderness that stretches toward the distant Appalachian Mountains. At the edge of this expanse, Coopers Rock State Forest provides a wild, rugged boundary that preserves the integrity of the local ecosystem.

History in this region is carved from the legacy of coal extraction and the industrial ambition that once powered the growth of the nearby Monongahela Valley. Cheat Lake remains a testament to these shifting economic tides, transitioning from a heavy industrial past to a modern center of residential life and recreational pursuits. The local economy relies heavily on the service and professional sectors, supported by the proximity of major academic and medical institutions that drive regional commerce. Residents observe the steady hum of progress, where the remnants of old mining infrastructure are slowly reclaimed by the encroaching forest. This balance between the memory of labor and the reality of contemporary development defines the character of the land.

Cultural life around Cheat Lake reflects the spirit of a population that values both the solitude of the woods and the active engagement of a connected community. Coopers Rock State Forest serves as a focal point for those seeking to experience the raw, unadorned beauty of the landscape through hiking and climbing. The local calendar is marked by the seasonal rhythm of the land, drawing people together for gatherings that celebrate the traditions of the Appalachian region. While no singular figure of global renown claims this exact spot as their birthplace, the area echoes with the influence of the broader regional culture, which prizes independence and a deep connection to the earth. Cheat Lake offers a quiet, deliberate pace of life, where the stillness of the evening is broken only by the natural sounds of the forest and the water.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Coopers Rock State Park (Mont Chateau??) (State Park) — 0.2 mi, 186° S
Coopers Rock State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 0.2 mi, 049° NE
Snake Hill Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 1.5 mi, 173° S
Henry Clay Furnace (Historic Ruins) — 1.9 mi, 122° SE
Riverside Spot (Attraction) — 2.2 mi, 153° SE
Overlook (Viewpoint) — 2.3 mi, 166° S
Climbing and Rappelling (Attraction) — 2.3 mi, 166° S
Cheat Lake Park (Local Park) — 2.4 mi, 004° N
Tibbs Run Reservoir (Local Recreation) — 2.5 mi, 199° S
WV Botanic Garden (Local Park) — 2.5 mi, 198° S
Farm House Ruins (Historic Ruins) — 3.7 mi, 160° S
Don Knotts (Public Artwork) — 6.1 mi, 248° W
Monongalia County War Memorial (Monument) — 6.8 mi, 245° SW
Watts Museum (Museum) — 6.8 mi, 260° W
Quebec Run Wild Area (State Wilderness) — 7.1 mi, 054° NE
Cheat Canyon Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 7.1 mi, 132° SE
Mon Valley Railroad Historical Society (Museum) — 7.2 mi, 236° SW
John Fitzgerald Kennedy Memorial Park (Monument) — 7.6 mi, 268° W
Cheat Gorge Macrosite Fee (Conservation Area) — 8.3 mi, 137° SE
AMC CLASSIC Morgantown 12 (Cinema) — 8.4 mi, 253° W
Sophia's Grave (Attraction) — 8.7 mi, 330° NW
Forbes State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 9.9 mi, 047° NE
Border Heroine (Monument) — 14.7 mi, 283° W
W. A. Young & Sons Foundry and Machine Shop (Museum) — 21.3 mi, 338° N
Greene County Museum (Museum) — 21.4 mi, 317° NW
Ohiopyle State Park (State Park) — 22.2 mi, 046° NE
Kentuck Knob Visitor's Center (Attraction) — 22.5 mi, 050° NE
Generation Museum (Museum) — 23.8 mi, 156° SE
Tygart Valley Cinemas (Cinema) — 24.6 mi, 227° SW
Monongahela National Forest (National Forest) — 28.6 mi, 162° S · 922k acres

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