Knockrower [Cnoc Ramhar]

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.

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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.