Knocknagun
Mountain in Dublin · 555 m
The hike up Knocknagun
The route starts at Curtlestown Wood — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Knocknagun?
Knocknagun is 555 m above sea level and lies in Dublin. Its prominence is 63 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Knocknagun?
From Curtlestown Wood it is about 4.3 km one way with 345 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 27 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Knocknagun?
The nearest parking is Curtlestown Wood (southeast of the peak) — 4.3 km on foot · ↑ 345 m · about 2 h 27 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northwest of the peak (about 5.0 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 Knocknagun in Conquer?
Yes — Knocknagun 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 Knocknagun in the app
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