Lyracappul [Ladhar an Chapaill]

About Lyracappul [Ladhar an Chapaill]

Situated on the main ridge of the Galty Mountains, this high, peat-topped summit offers a quieter alternative to neighbouring Galtymore. It serves as a vital anchor point for the long ridge walk from Temple Hill, providing clear sightlines across the Glen of Aherlow towards Slievenamon and the Comeragh Mountains.

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• •The Irish name Ladhar an Chapaill translates as the 'horse's fork' or 'prong.' This likely refers to the V-shaped junction where the main ridge meets the spur running south toward Knockaterriff.
• •It is frequently climbed as part of the 'Galtee Triple,' a classic high-level circuit that bags the three western giants of the range: Temple Hill, Lyracappul, and Galtymore.
• •From the summit cairn, the most dramatic sight is the sheer western face of Galtymore, appearing as a massive wall of rock and grass across the intervening col of Carrignabinnia.
• •The northern slopes drop away steeply into the head of the Clydagh River valley, offering a much more rugged, craggy aspect than the gentler, boggy slopes found on the southern approach from Mitchelstown.
• •Despite being the second highest peak in the range, it remains largely overshadowed by Galtymore; it is the ideal spot if you want the same expansive views as the crowds but prefer to eat your sandwiches in peace.