War Hill
Mountain in Wicklow · 685 m
The hike up War Hill
The route starts at J.B. Malone Car Park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Parking and starting point
Check signage and any parking fees on site.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is War Hill?
War Hill is 685 m above sea level and lies in Wicklow. Its prominence is 70 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up War Hill?
From J.B. Malone Car Park it is about 5.0 km one way with 341 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 51 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for War Hill?
The nearest parking is J.B. Malone Car Park (south of the peak) — 5.0 km on foot · ↑ 341 m · about 2 h 51 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area south of the peak (about 5.4 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 War Hill in Conquer?
Yes — War 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 War Hill in the app
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