Maughanaclea Hills East Top [Maughanaclea]
Mountain in Cork
The hike up Maughanaclea Hills East Top [Maughanaclea]
The route starts at Sheep's Head - Mealagh Woods Loop Secondary Trailhead — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Maughanaclea Hills East Top [Maughanaclea]?
Maughanaclea Hills East Top [Maughanaclea] is 472 m above sea level and lies in Cork. Its prominence is 136 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Maughanaclea Hills East Top [Maughanaclea]?
From Sheep's Head - Mealagh Woods Loop Secondary Trailhead it is about 5.1 km one way with 366 m of ascent. Expect around 3 h 42 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Maughanaclea Hills East Top [Maughanaclea]?
The nearest parking is Sheep's Head - Mealagh Woods Loop Secondary Trailhead (southwest of the peak) — 5.1 km on foot · ↑ 366 m · about 3 h 42 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area west of the peak (about 8.7 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 Maughanaclea Hills East Top [Maughanaclea] in Conquer?
Yes — Maughanaclea Hills East Top [Maughanaclea] 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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