Coomagearlahy

About Coomagearlahy

Rising above Clonkeen in the Shehy Mountains, this 506m Marilyn offers a quieter alternative to its more famous neighbours. The terrain is typical of the region: rugged, often boggy, and open. From the summit, you’ll find clear views across the valley to the distinctive double peaks of the Paps of Anu.

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• •The name is rooted in the Irish 'Com na nGarlach', which translates as the 'Hollow of the Infants', a reference frequently linked to ancient, unconsecrated burial sites known as cillíní.
• •From the summit, walkers can look northeast to the 648-metre peak of Mullaghanish, easily identified by the tall television transmitter that serves much of the southwest of Ireland.
• •The surrounding slopes host one of the region's significant wind farms, turning the high, breezy plateau into a major source of renewable energy for County Cork.
• •Its classification as a Marilyn is due to its prominence; the land falls away by at least 150 metres in every direction, making it a standout feature above the village of Clonkeen.
• •Reaching the top confirms its status as both a Hump and a Tump, proving that in the world of hill-bagging, one small summit can wear many hats.