Knockahunna [Cnoc an Choinnaidh]

About Knockahunna [Cnoc an Choinnaidh]

Situated in the northern reaches of the Comeragh Mountains, this 502m peak offers a quieter alternative to the high plateau. The terrain is a mix of rough grazing and heather, providing a rugged underfoot experience. From the summit, you gain a clear, uninterrupted view across the Suir Valley toward the solitary mass of Slievenamon.

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• •The Irish name Cnoc an Choinnaidh likely translates as the 'Hill of the Meeting,' suggesting it served as a historic assembly point, though it is sometimes associated with 'connadh,' referring to the gathering of firewood from the lower slopes.
• •Positioned on the edge of the Comeragh range, the summit provides an excellent vantage point for viewing the southern flanks of Slievenamon and the patchwork fields of County Tipperary.
• •The ascent typically involves navigating a combination of forestry tracks and open hillside, reflecting the mixed agricultural and commercial use of the surrounding Waterford uplands.
• •Despite the invitation of its name, the summit is one of the lonelier spots in the area, offering a sense of scale and solitude often missing from the popular coums and cliffs further south.