The Big Gun [An Gunna Mor]
Mountain in Kerry
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The hike up The Big Gun [An Gunna Mor]
The route starts at Strickeen Trail — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is The Big Gun [An Gunna Mor]?
The Big Gun [An Gunna Mor] is 940 m above sea level and lies in Kerry. Its prominence is 74 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up The Big Gun [An Gunna Mor]?
From Strickeen Trail it is about 7.6 km one way with 969 m of ascent. Expect around 7 h 6 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for The Big Gun [An Gunna Mor]?
The nearest parking is Strickeen Trail (northeast of the peak) — 7.6 km on foot · ↑ 969 m · about 7 h 6 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northeast of the peak (about 8.3 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 The Big Gun [An Gunna Mor] in Conquer?
Yes — The Big Gun [An Gunna Mor] 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 The Big Gun [An Gunna Mor] in the app
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