Republic of Ireland
Knocknabro West Top
592M
1942FT
About Knocknabro West Top
Set within the Boggeragh Mountains of North Cork, this 592m summit offers a rugged, peat-covered landscape typical of the range. Lying just west of the main Knocknabro peak, it provides a quiet vantage point overlooking the Blackwater Valley, rewarding those who navigate its often saturated slopes with views toward the Killarney hills.
Key Statistics
Rank
7th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Data coming soon
Prominence
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145m
Nearest Town
Clydagh
Geology
Geological data pending update.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
W153853
Latitude
52.0146°N
Longitude
9.2332°W
Did You Know?
- •The name derives from the Irish Cnoc na Bró, meaning 'Hill of the Quern-stone,' a title likely referring to the local stone once used for grinding grain.
- •From the summit, the distinct profiles of the Paps of Anu are clearly visible to the west, marking the traditional border between Cork and Kerry.
- •The hill is situated in the Boggeragh Mountains, an area known for its extensive Old Red Sandstone geology and significant wind farm developments on several adjacent ridges.
- •While officially classified as a Hump, the actual experience of reaching the top often involves navigating more 'slump' than 'hump' thanks to the persistent, deep North Cork peat.