Purple Mountain [An Sliabh Corcra]
Mountain in Kerry
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The hike up Purple Mountain [An Sliabh Corcra]
The route starts at Kerry Way 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 Purple Mountain [An Sliabh Corcra]?
Purple Mountain [An Sliabh Corcra] is 832 m above sea level and lies in Kerry. Its prominence is 595 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Purple Mountain [An Sliabh Corcra]?
From Kerry Way Secondary Trailhead it is about 5.1 km one way with 754 m of ascent. Expect around 4 h 57 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Purple Mountain [An Sliabh Corcra]?
The nearest parking is Kerry Way Secondary Trailhead (southwest of the peak) — 5.1 km on foot · ↑ 754 m · about 4 h 57 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area north of the peak (about 6.2 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 Purple Mountain [An Sliabh Corcra] in Conquer?
Yes — Purple Mountain [An Sliabh Corcra] 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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