Ballyhook Hill
Mountain in Wicklow
The hike up Ballyhook Hill
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Ballyhook Hill?
Ballyhook Hill is 288 m above sea level and lies in Wicklow. Its prominence is 121 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Ballyhook Hill?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 9.0 km one way with 217 m of ascent. Expect around 5 h 16 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Ballyhook Hill?
The nearest parking is the parking area northwest of the peak — 9.0 km on foot · ↑ 217 m · about 5 h 16 min round trip. Alternative: Overnight Parking (northwest of the peak) (about 9.6 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 Ballyhook Hill in Conquer?
Yes — Ballyhook Hill 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 Ballyhook Hill in the app
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