Fells/Knockrower [Cnoc Ramhar]
Republic of Ireland

Knockrower [Cnoc Ramhar]

551M
1808FT
Rank
22nd Highest in Region
Parent Range
Data coming soon
Nearest Town
Muckross

About Knockrower [Cnoc Ramhar]

Rising within the wild eastern reaches of the Shehy Mountains, this rounded Tump offers a quieter alternative to the nearby Paps of Anu. Expect characteristic Cork-Kerry terrain—a mix of deep heather and peat hags—requiring steady navigation. The summit provides a clear perspective of the Derrynasaggart range stretching towards the Atlantic.

Key Statistics

Rank
22nd Highest in Region
Parent Range
Data coming soon
Nearest Town
Muckross
Prominence
?
58m
Geology
Geological data pending update.
Classifications

Did You Know?

  • The name is derived from the Irish 'Cnoc Ramhar', which translates literally as 'thick' or 'stout hill', accurately describing its broad-shouldered, bulky profile in the landscape.
  • From the summit, the most striking landmarks are the Paps of Anu to the northwest, two distinct peaks that dominate the horizon between the Derrynasaggart and Shehy ranges.
  • The hill is often crossed during a remote traverse toward Mullaghanish, though the terrain is notoriously boggy and lacks the defined tracks found on more popular Kerry peaks.
  • Given that its name translates as 'Fat Hill', Knockrower might be considered a somewhat uncharitable description by anyone who has just spent an afternoon hauling themselves through its exceptionally thick heather.

Find It

OS Grid Reference
V937784
Latitude
51.9481°N
Longitude
9.5467°W

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