Bucan
Mountain in Galway · 552 m
The hike up Bucan
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 Bucan?
Bucan is 552 m above sea level and lies in Galway. Its prominence is 49 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Bucan?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 9.2 km one way with 615 m of ascent. Expect around 5 h 15 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Bucan?
The nearest parking is the parking area west of the peak — 9.2 km on foot · ↑ 615 m · about 5 h 15 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area south of the peak (about 11.9 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 Bucan in Conquer?
Yes — Bucan 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 Bucan in the app
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