Knocknarea [Cnoc na Riabh]
Mountain in Sligo · 327 m
The hike up Knocknarea [Cnoc na Riabh]
The route starts at Queen Maeve Trail Knocknarea — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Knocknarea [Cnoc na Riabh]?
Knocknarea [Cnoc na Riabh] is 327 m above sea level and lies in Sligo. Its prominence is 306 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Knocknarea [Cnoc na Riabh]?
From Queen Maeve Trail Knocknarea it is about 1.3 km one way with 203 m of ascent. Expect around 55 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Knocknarea [Cnoc na Riabh]?
The nearest parking is Queen Maeve Trail Knocknarea (southeast of the peak) — 1.3 km on foot · ↑ 203 m · about 55 min round trip. Alternative: Queen Maeve Trail Knocknarea Secondary Trailhead (east of the peak) (about 2.4 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 Knocknarea [Cnoc na Riabh] in Conquer?
Yes — Knocknarea [Cnoc na Riabh] 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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