Ballydavid Head
Mountain in Kerry
The hike up Ballydavid Head
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Ballydavid Head?
Ballydavid Head is 251 m above sea level and lies in Kerry. Its prominence is 227 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Ballydavid Head?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 2.2 km one way with 244 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 49 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Ballydavid Head?
The nearest parking is the parking area south of the peak — 2.2 km on foot · ↑ 244 m · about 1 h 49 min round trip. Alternative: Dingle Way Secondary Trailhead (southeast of the peak) (about 2.2 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 Ballydavid Head in Conquer?
Yes — Ballydavid Head 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 Ballydavid Head in the app
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