Roighne Mhor

About Roighne Mhor

Overlooking the eastern reaches of Killary Harbour, this rugged Connemara summit offers a quieter alternative to the higher peaks of the range. Its position provides an exceptional vantage point for studying the dark waters of the fjord and the massive southern face of Mweelrea, with the rocky, often pathless terrain typical of the region.

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• •The name is likely a variation of the Irish 'Roinn Mhór', meaning 'Great Division' or 'Great Point', which refers to its prominence as a large spur of high ground overlooking the Killary valley.
• •From the summit, there is a clear, dramatic view across the water to the Sheeffry Hills and the quartzite cone of Croagh Patrick further to the north.
• •While grouped with the Maumturks, the hill sits north of the main ridge and is separated from the higher summits by the pass of Maméan, making it a standalone objective for those exploring the Leenaun area.
• •The western slopes drop steeply towards the village of Leenaun, offering a classic perspective of the meeting point between the mountains of Galway and Mayo.
• •Hillwalkers in Connemara often find that a height of 427 metres is merely a suggestion; the local combination of saturated bog and Atlantic gales ensures it usually feels twice as high.