Knockadigeen Hill [Cnoc Duiginn]

About Knockadigeen Hill [Cnoc Duiginn]

Standing at 402m in the rolling uplands of North Tipperary, this Hump offers a quiet ascent within the Silvermine mountain range. Often overlooked for the taller Slievekimalta to the south, its slopes provide a textured mix of forestry and open ground typical of the region's productive agricultural and mining heritage.

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• •The name derives from the Irish Cnoc Duiginn, likely meaning 'Duigen’s Hill', referencing a local family name or historical figure from the North Tipperary area.
• •From its 402m summit, walkers can look northwest over the town of Nenagh toward the shimmering waters of Lough Derg and the Arra Mountains beyond.
• •The hill sits within the broader Silvermine Mountains, a region famous for its centuries of mining history, which has left a distinctive mark on the surrounding landscape and nearby villages.
• •In a county dominated by the looming presence of Slievekimalta, Knockadigeen remains a destination primarily for those who prefer their summits without the company of a crowd.