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Cruach Mhor

Mountain in Kerry · 931 m

931 m
Elevation
33 m
Prominence
7.2 km
Hike length one way
52.0038, -9.6888
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Cruach Mhor

7.2 km
one way
931 m
of ascent
4 h 58 min
round trip

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

93 m7.2 km · 931 m

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Parking and starting point

1Strickeen TrailRecommended
parking · northeast of the peak
7.2 km on foot · ↑ 931 m · about 4 h 58 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Parking area
parking · northeast of the peak
about 8.0 km to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Parking area
parking · northeast of the peak
about 8.3 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 Cruach Mhor?

Cruach Mhor is 931 m above sea level and lies in Kerry. Its prominence is 33 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Cruach Mhor?

From Strickeen Trail it is about 7.2 km one way with 931 m of ascent. Expect around 4 h 58 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Cruach Mhor?

The nearest parking is Strickeen Trail (northeast of the peak) — 7.2 km on foot · ↑ 931 m · about 4 h 58 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northeast of the peak (about 8.0 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 Cruach Mhor in Conquer?

Yes — Cruach Mhor 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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