Knockalough [Cnoc an Loig]

About Knockalough [Cnoc an Loig]

Rising above the rural landscape of County Tipperary, this 427m summit offers a tranquil vantage point within the Slieve Felim hills. It is a Marilyn of understated character, typically approached through a patchwork of forestry and upland grazing that rewards walkers with clear, expansive views across the fertile Golden Vale.

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• •The name is derived from the Irish Cnoc an Loig, meaning 'Hill of the Hollow', a reference to the topographical depressions found in this section of the Tipperary uplands.
• •The summit provides an excellent perspective of the massive Keeper Hill to the west, as well as the distant, jagged silhouette of the Galtee Mountains far to the south on a clear day.
• •Because it has a topographic prominence of over 150 metres, it is classified as a Marilyn, standing with surprising independence despite its relatively modest elevation.
• •While nearby Keeper Hill is topped with prominent telecommunications masts, Knockalough remains a quieter, less industrialised peak for those seeking a more traditional hillwalking experience.