Croslieve

About Croslieve

Rising above the village of Forkhill in the Ring of Gullion, this accessible Marilyn offers an honest climb through typical South Armagh heath and pasture. While modest in height, its isolated position provides a clear vantage point over the volcanic landscape and the dramatic slopes of nearby Slieve Gullion.

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• •The name derives from the Irish Crois Shliabh, meaning ‘mountain of the cross’. This likely refers to its historical role as a landmark or boundary marker within the rugged borderlands of South Armagh.
• •From the summit, walkers are rewarded with a distinct view of the 'Ring' formation; look specifically for the heather-clad Slieve Gullion to the northeast and the darker silhouettes of the Cooley Mountains across the border in County Louth.
• •The hill forms one half of a natural gateway to Forkhill village, sitting directly opposite the similar peak of Tievecrom which guards the eastern approach.
• •Despite its humble elevation, Croslieve is classified as a Marilyn due to its topographic prominence, meaning it drops at least 150 metres on all sides before the ground rises again.
• •At 308 metres, it clears the 1,000-foot mark by a mere ten feet, a narrow margin that allows local walkers to technically claim a mountain ascent without the need for an early start or heavy expedition gear.