Brandon Mountain
Mountain in Kerry
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The hike up Brandon Mountain
The route starts at Cosan na Naomh (Saints Road) Secondary Trailhead — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Brandon Mountain?
Brandon Mountain is 952 m above sea level and lies in Kerry. Its prominence is 927 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Brandon Mountain?
From Cosan na Naomh (Saints Road) Secondary Trailhead it is about 3.9 km one way with 783 m of ascent. Expect around 4 h 35 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Brandon Mountain?
The nearest parking is Cosan na Naomh (Saints Road) Secondary Trailhead (southwest of the peak) — 3.9 km on foot · ↑ 783 m · about 4 h 35 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area east of the peak (about 4.6 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 Brandon Mountain in Conquer?
Yes — Brandon Mountain 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 Brandon Mountain in the app
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