Mount Leinster [Stua Laighean]
Mountain in Carlow · 794 m
The hike up Mount Leinster [Stua Laighean]
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Mount Leinster [Stua Laighean]?
Mount Leinster [Stua Laighean] is 794 m above sea level and lies in Carlow. Its prominence is 726 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Leinster [Stua Laighean]?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 2.7 km one way with 358 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 42 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Leinster [Stua Laighean]?
The nearest parking is the parking area northwest of the peak — 2.7 km on foot · ↑ 358 m · about 1 h 42 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northwest of the peak (about 4.7 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Mount Leinster [Stua Laighean] in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Leinster [Stua Laighean] is one of 1,246 peaks in Ireland in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
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