Mount Kennedy
Mountain in Wicklow · 366 m
The hike up Mount Kennedy
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Mount Kennedy?
Mount Kennedy is 366 m above sea level and lies in Wicklow. Its prominence is 138 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Kennedy?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 2.3 km one way with 94 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 9 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Kennedy?
The nearest parking is the parking area west of the peak — 2.3 km on foot · ↑ 94 m · about 1 h 9 min round trip. Alternative: Callowhill (southeast of the peak) (about 3.3 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 Mount Kennedy in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Kennedy 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 Mount Kennedy in the app
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