White Mountain
Mountain in Carlow · 510 m
The hike up White Mountain
The route starts at Gowlin Forest Trail — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is White Mountain?
White Mountain is 510 m above sea level and lies in Carlow. Its prominence is 138 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up White Mountain?
From Gowlin Forest Trail it is about 8.6 km one way with 534 m of ascent. Expect around 4 h 37 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for White Mountain?
The nearest parking is Gowlin Forest Trail (northwest of the peak) — 8.6 km on foot · ↑ 534 m · about 4 h 37 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area north of the peak (about 8.9 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 White Mountain in Conquer?
Yes — White Mountain 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.
Conquer White Mountain in the app
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