Fells/Knocknaskereighta [Sceithigh Riabhach]
Republic of Ireland

Knocknaskereighta [Sceithigh Riabhach]

397M
1302FT
Rank
102nd Highest in Region
Parent Range
Data coming soon
Nearest Town
Toghroinn Fhíonáin

About Knocknaskereighta [Sceithigh Riabhach]

Sitting on the northern rim of the Iveragh Peninsula, this coastal Marilyn offers a rugged, often boggy ascent characteristic of the Kerry coastline. Despite its modest 397m height, the position provides an expansive vantage point over Dingle Bay, looking directly across the water toward the Dingle Peninsula’s southern peaks.

Key Statistics

Rank
102nd Highest in Region
Parent Range
Data coming soon
Nearest Town
Toghroinn Fhíonáin
Prominence
?
280m
Geology
Geological data pending update.
Classifications

Did You Know?

  • •The Irish name Sceithigh Riabhach translates to 'brindled or greyish whitethorn place,' likely describing the speckled appearance of the hillside's vegetation or weathered rocky outcrops.
  • •From the summit, you can see the full sweep of Dingle Bay, with clear views across to the Slieve Mish Mountains and the sharp profile of Skellig Michael visible to the west on clear days.
  • •It is frequently climbed as part of a longer ridge walk involving the nearby Drung Hill, following sections of the old Stagecoach road that once served as the primary route around this rugged coastline.
  • •Though under 400 metres, its topographical isolation gives it enough prominence to be classed as a Marilyn, making it a quiet alternative for those looking to escape the crowds of the nearby MacGillycuddy's Reeks.
  • •On a typical Kerry day, the 'brindled' grey of the summit name often matches the exact shade of the mist that tends to settle over these Atlantic-facing slopes.

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OS Grid Reference
V407710
Latitude
51.8693°N
Longitude
10.3127°W

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