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Cnoc na Peiste [Knocknapeasta]

Mountain in Kerry · 985 m

985 m
Elevation
254 m
Prominence
8.2 km
Hike length one way
51.9979, -9.6956
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Cnoc na Peiste [Knocknapeasta]

8.2 km
one way
1,056 m
of ascent
5 h 50 min
round trip

The route starts at Strickeen Trail — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

93 m8.2 km · 985 m

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Parking and starting point

1Strickeen TrailRecommended
parking · northeast of the peak
8.2 km on foot · ↑ 1,056 m · about 5 h 50 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Lisleibane Loop
parking · north of the peak
about 8.2 km to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Cronin's Yard Loop
parking · north of the peak
about 8.6 km to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Cnoc na Peiste [Knocknapeasta]?

Cnoc na Peiste [Knocknapeasta] is 985 m above sea level and lies in Kerry. Its prominence is 254 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Cnoc na Peiste [Knocknapeasta]?

From Strickeen Trail it is about 8.2 km one way with 1,056 m of ascent. Expect around 5 h 50 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Cnoc na Peiste [Knocknapeasta]?

The nearest parking is Strickeen Trail (northeast of the peak) — 8.2 km on foot · ↑ 1,056 m · about 5 h 50 min round trip. Alternative: Lisleibane Loop (north of the peak) (about 8.2 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 Cnoc na Peiste [Knocknapeasta] in Conquer?

Yes — Cnoc na Peiste [Knocknapeasta] 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.

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