Nowen Hill [Cnoc na nAbhann]
Mountain in Cork
The hike up Nowen Hill [Cnoc na nAbhann]
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 Nowen Hill [Cnoc na nAbhann]?
Nowen Hill [Cnoc na nAbhann] is 535 m above sea level and lies in Cork. Its prominence is 299 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Nowen Hill [Cnoc na nAbhann]?
From Sheep's Head - Mealagh Woods Loop Secondary Trailhead it is about 6.5 km one way with 423 m of ascent. Expect around 4 h 34 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Nowen Hill [Cnoc na nAbhann]?
The nearest parking is Sheep's Head - Mealagh Woods Loop Secondary Trailhead (west of the peak) — 6.5 km on foot · ↑ 423 m · about 4 h 34 min round trip. Alternative: Sheep's Head Way Secondary Trailhead (southwest of the peak) (about 7.7 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 Nowen Hill [Cnoc na nAbhann] in Conquer?
Yes — Nowen Hill [Cnoc na nAbhann] 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 Nowen Hill [Cnoc na nAbhann] in the app
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