{"id":661,"date":"2022-03-15T13:46:19","date_gmt":"2022-03-15T13:46:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hogansirishcottages.com\/blog\/?p=661"},"modified":"2022-03-15T13:46:19","modified_gmt":"2022-03-15T13:46:19","slug":"mountains-in-ireland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hogansirishcottages.com\/blog\/mountains-in-ireland\/","title":{"rendered":"The 9 Highest Mountains in Ireland"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you want to get out and enjoy the outdoors, climbing one of the highest mountains in Ireland is a great way to explore.<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are 221 mountains in Ireland with a height of over 500 metres.<\/p>\n

Why not head out with the family and enjoy a day scaling one of the highest peaks in Ireland? With scenic landscapes and rugged trails, they are a great way to discover rural Ireland.<\/p>\n

Which of these highest mountains in Ireland will you climb first?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Guide to the 9 Highest Mountains in Ireland<\/h2>\n

Corr\u00e1n Tuathail (Carrauntoohil)<\/h3>\n

1,038 metres (3,407 feet)<\/h4>\n

Location:\u00a0<\/strong>County Kerry;\u00a0<\/strong>51\u00b0 59′ 58.0416” N\u00a0–\u00a0<\/strong>9\u00b0 44′ 33.6876” W
\nWalking Time:\u00a0<\/strong>5-8 hours
\nMountain Range:\u00a0<\/strong>MacGillycuddy\u2019s Reeks<\/p>\n

\"Corr\u00e1n<\/p>\n

Corr\u00e1n Tuathail<\/strong>\u00a0is the highest mountain in Ireland.<\/p>\n

At 1,038 metres high, the\u00a0Carrauntoohil\u00a0<\/strong>peak is a favourite among the mountain climbing community.<\/p>\n

Carrauntoohil\u00a0<\/strong>is part of\u00a0MacGillycuddy\u2019s\u00a0<\/strong>mountain range that claims the two highest mountains in Ireland.<\/p>\n

If you want to climb this magnificent mountain, the\u00a0Devil\u2019s Ladder<\/strong>\u00a0is popular among regulars.<\/p>\n

A steep ascent offers stunning views over the surrounding countryside and is best one a clear day. The walk is challenging but extremely rewarding once you arrive at the Irish mountain summit.<\/p>\n

Mountain climbing can be extremely dangerous. Each year many people are rescued from the slopes along\u00a0Corr\u00e1n Tuathail.<\/strong>\u00a0You should prepare well and follow the guidance of the local professional guides.<\/p>\n

To get started take a look at this\u00a0safety guide on hiking<\/a>\u00a0from Self.<\/p>\n

Cnoc na P\u00e9iste (Knocknapeasta)<\/h3>\n

988 metres (3,241 feet)<\/h4>\n

Location:\u00a0<\/strong>County Kerry;51\u00b0 59′ 53\u201d N\u00a0–\u00a0<\/strong>9\u00b0 41′ 44” W
\nWalking Time:\u00a0<\/strong>3-5 hours
\nMountain Range:\u00a0<\/strong>MacGillycuddy\u2019s Reeks<\/p>\n

Sitting in the same region as\u00a0Corr\u00e1n Tuathail, Cnoc na P\u00e9iste\u00a0<\/strong>is the second highest peak in Ireland.<\/p>\n

The name\u00a0Cnoc na P\u00e9iste\u00a0<\/strong>means\u00a0hill of the serpent\u00a0<\/em>in Irish. And it\u2019s easy to see why with the stunning ridge that connects the\u00a0Reek\u00a0<\/strong>mountain range.<\/p>\n

The walk offers a magnificent view of\u00a0Carrauntoohill.<\/strong>\u00a0For walkers, the most popular route heads up\u00a0Devil\u2019s Ladder<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

In 1943, a plane crashed into the mountain, and you can still see fragments of this on the mountainside.<\/p>\n

Cnoc Br\u00e9anainn (Brandon)<\/h3>\n

Log na Coille (Lugnaquilla)<\/h3>\n

925 metres (3,035 feet)<\/h4>\n

Location:\u00a0<\/strong>County Wicklow; 52\u00b0 58′ 1.7\u201d N – 6\u00b0 27′ 52.63” W
\nWalking Time:\u00a0<\/strong>4-6 hours
\nMountain Range:\u00a0<\/strong>Wicklow Mountains<\/p>\n

\"Lugnaquilla<\/p>\n

Log na Coille\u00a0<\/strong>is a 925-metre-tall mountain in the east of Ireland.<\/p>\n

The flat peak overlooks the\u00a0Glen of Imaal<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Glenmalure.\u00a0<\/strong>The grass summit is different to many mountains, and several peaks look out over the surrounding areas.<\/p>\n

Lugnaquilla<\/strong>\u00a0is the tallest peak in Ireland outside of\u00a0County Kerry.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The shortest route to the top of\u00a0Lugnaquilla\u00a0<\/strong>follows the\u00a0Glen of Imaal route.\u00a0<\/strong>It starts at Fenton\u2019s Pub and passes over\u00a0Camarahill<\/strong>\u00a0to the summit of\u00a0Log na Coille.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Cnoc M\u00f3r na nGaibhlte (Galtymore)<\/h3>\n

918 metres (3,012 feet)<\/h4>\n

Location:<\/strong>\u00a0County Limerick & County Tipperary; 52\u00b0 21′ 57.5\u201d N – 8\u00b0 10′ 44.94” W
\nWalking Time:\u00a0<\/strong>3-6 hours
\nMountain Range:\u00a0<\/strong>Galty Mountains<\/p>\n

\"Galtymore<\/p>\n

Straddled along the\u00a0Limerick\u00a0<\/strong>and\u00a0Tipperary\u00a0<\/strong>border,\u00a0Galtymore<\/strong>\u00a0is in the 20 highest mountains in Ireland.<\/p>\n

Cnoc M\u00f3r na nGaibhlte\u00a0<\/strong>is the highest peak of the\u00a0Galty<\/strong>\u00a0mountain range.<\/p>\n

If you are up for a challenge, the annual\u00a0Galtee Challenge<\/strong>\u00a0hikes 31 kilometres across all the major peaks of the\u00a0Galtee\u00a0<\/strong>mountain range. A hike that roughly takes around 10-hours.<\/p>\n

Barr Tr\u00ed gCom (Baurtregaum)<\/h3>\n

851 metres (2,792 feet)<\/h4>\n

Location:\u00a0<\/strong>County Kerry;52\u00b0 12′ 25.371\u201d N – 9\u00b0 49′ 46.112” W
\nWalking Time:\u00a0<\/strong>4-6 hours
\nMountain Range:\u00a0<\/strong>Slieve Mish<\/p>\n

\"Slieve<\/p>\n

Barr Tr\u00ed gCom\u00a0<\/strong>is the central peak of the\u00a0Slieve Mish Mountains.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Along the route, there are few false summits. But once you reach the top, you will be greeted with picture-perfect views over\u00a0Derrymore Glen.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The\u00a0Derrymore Glen Horseshoe<\/strong>\u00a0is a popular route among climbers. The path takes between 4-6 hours and covers many of the peaks in the\u00a0Slieve Mish Mountains.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Once at the top, why not tuck into a picnic and enjoy the views along the rugged\u00a0Dingle<\/strong>\u00a0peninsula?<\/p>\n

Mullach Cliabh\u00e1in (Mullaghcleevaun)<\/h3>\n

849 metres (2,785 feet)<\/h4>\n

Location:\u00a0<\/strong>County Wicklow; 53\u00b0 6\u2032 13.06\u2033 N, 6\u00b0 24\u2032 24.2\u2033 W
\nWalking Time:\u00a0<\/strong>3-5 hours
\nMountain Range:\u00a0<\/strong>Wicklow Mountains<\/p>\n

The\u00a0Wicklow Mountains\u00a0<\/strong>are ideal for a day out in nature with your friends.<\/p>\n

Behind\u00a0Log na Coille<\/strong>,\u00a0Mullach Cliabh\u00e1in\u00a0<\/strong>is the second highest peak in the\u00a0Wicklow\u00a0<\/strong>range. And according to the\u00a0MountainViews Online Database<\/strong><\/a>,\u00a0<\/strong>it is the seventh tallest mountain in Ireland.<\/p>\n

There are a few different paths that lead to the summit of\u00a0Mullaghcleevan<\/strong>. However, many visitors follow the route from\u00a0The Oasis\u00a0<\/strong>car park in the forest below\u00a0Carriagshouk.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Barr an Gh\u00e9ar\u00e1in (Brandon Peak)<\/h3>\n

840 metres (2,760 feet)<\/h4>\n

Location:\u00a0<\/strong>County Kerry; 52\u00b0 12\u2032 59.52\u2033 N, 10\u00b0 14\u2032 11.29\u2033 W
\nWalking Time:\u00a0<\/strong>6-8 hours
\nMountain Range:\u00a0<\/strong>Brandon Group<\/p>\n

\"Brandon<\/p>\n

On the way up to\u00a0Cnoc Br\u00e9anainn,<\/strong>\u00a0Barr an Gh\u00e9arain\u00a0<\/strong>is another mighty peak in Ireland.<\/p>\n

Barr an Gh\u00e9arain\u00a0<\/strong>translates as\u00a0top of the fang.<\/em>\u00a0The official height is 840 metres, and the prominence keeps it on the list of highest mountains in Ireland at 190 metres.<\/p>\n

By following the walk along the\u00a0Brandon Group<\/strong>\u00a0ridge,<\/strong>\u00a0you will experience most of the peaks along the way.<\/p>\n

It is a highly regarded mountain range and offers some of the best views in Ireland.<\/p>\n

An Mhangarta (Mangerton)<\/h3>\n

838 metres (2,749 feet)<\/h4>\n

Location:\u00a0<\/strong>County Kerry; 51\u00b0 58\u2032 13.11\u2033 N, 9\u00b0 29\u2032 3.82\u2033 W
\nWalking Time:\u00a0<\/strong>4-6 hours
\nMountain Range:\u00a0<\/strong>Mangerton Mountain Group<\/p>\n

\"Mangerton<\/p>\n

As the sixth mountain on this list in\u00a0County Kerry<\/strong>,\u00a0An Mhangarta<\/strong>\u00a0is the ninth-largest mountain in Ireland.<\/p>\n

An Mhangarta\u00a0<\/strong>is 832 metres high and is part of the\u00a0Mangerton Mountain Group.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Mangerton\u00a0<\/strong>falls into\u00a0Killarney National Park\u00a0<\/strong>and is famous for its lake,\u00a0Devil\u2019s Punchbowl.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Unlike most mountains, the summit is a boggy plateau that is challenging in poor weather.<\/p>\n

Although the ascent to the top may not be as impressive as some of the other peaks on this list, you can still guarantee stunning views over the countryside in clear weather.<\/p>\n

If you’re in the area, why not check out these things to do in Killarney<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Several peaks in MacGillycuddy\u2019s do not feature in the list because a prominence is less than 100 metres.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

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Preparing to Climb these Irish Mountains<\/h2>\n

Mountain climbing can be a rewarding activity.<\/p>\n

The scenic views and the sense of achievement are perfect for families and outdoor enthusiasts.<\/p>\n

But great care should be taken when climbing a mountain. There is a few simple tricks and tips to get you started.<\/p>\n

Head over to the\u00a0Mountaineering Ireland good practice guide<\/a>\u00a0if you want to find out more about hill walking best practices.<\/p>\n

Some of the highlighted preparations are:<\/p>\n

952 metres (3,123 feet)<\/h4>\n

Location:<\/strong>\u00a0County Kerry; 52\u00b0 14′ 06\u201d N – 10\u00b0 15′ 16” W
\nWalking Time:\u00a0<\/strong>6-8 hours
\nMountain Range:\u00a0<\/strong>Brandon Group<\/p>\n

\"Summit<\/p>\n

Cnoc Br\u00e9anainn\u00a0<\/strong>is Ireland’s highest mountain outside of the\u00a0MacGillycuddy\u2019s.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Irish mountain is in\u00a0County Kerry\u00a0<\/strong>and is one of the best things to do if staying in a\u00a0cottage in\u00a0Dingle<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Standing at over 950 metres, the climb should not be taken lightly. Make sure that you carry supplies and wear appropriate clothing.<\/p>\n

The easiest way to climb the third tallest mountain in Ireland is following the medieval pilgrim path,\u00a0The Saint\u2019s Route.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This route follows the ridge from\u00a0Ballybrack<\/strong>\u00a0to the summit of\u00a0Mount Brandon<\/strong>. There are a variety of scenic walks that can extend this walk to make a full day of it.<\/p>\n