Crohaun [Cruachan Deiseach]

About Crohaun [Cruachan Deiseach]

Sitting as the southern sentinel of the Monavullagh Mountains, this 483m Marilyn offers a quieter alternative to the rugged plateaus of the central Comeraghs. The terrain is largely heathery, rewarding the ascent with clear views across Dungarvan Bay and west toward the pointed profiles of the Knockmealdown range.

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• •The name derives from the Irish Cruachán Deiseach, meaning the 'little peak of the Decies'—the Decies being the ancient territory and tribal name for the people of west Waterford.
• •Due to its position as a southern outlier, the summit offers an unimpeded vista of the Waterford coastline, including the finger of Helvick Head and the Celtic Sea stretching to the horizon.
• •Its status as a Marilyn is a result of the deep col separating it from the main Monavullagh mass, ensuring it stands out as a distinct, independent silhouette when viewed from the south.
• •While it lacks the dramatic glacial coums found further north in the range, its trackless heather slopes provide a solitary experience for those looking to escape the busier Comeragh trails.
• •In local terms, the 'little' in its name is a matter of perspective; while shorter than its neighbours, the lack of established paths ensures your legs will feel every one of its 483 metres.