An Cnoc Bui [Knockbwee]

About An Cnoc Bui [Knockbwee]

Situated on the rugged borderlands of West Cork within the Shehy Mountains, this 461m peak offers a quiet alternative to its higher neighbours. Characterised by typical upland peat and grasses, it is classified as both a Hump and a Tump, rewarding those who navigate its pathless slopes with an expansive sense of isolation.

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• •The name translates from the Irish An Cnoc Buí as 'the yellow hill,' likely a reference to the seasonal hue of the autumnal grasses or the presence of flowering gorse across its flanks.
• •Positioned in the Shehy Mountains on the fringe of the Beara Peninsula, the summit offers specific views toward the glacial corrie of Gougane Barra and the higher, craggier ridge of Knockboy to the west.
• •As a Hump—a hill with a hundred-metre prominence—it stands sufficiently proud of its surroundings to ensure that any ascent involves a meaningful climb, regardless of the chosen approach.
• •The terrain is typical of the Cork-Kerry border, consisting of a mix of damp bog and sandstone outcrops that requires careful footwork and navigating skills in poor visibility.