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Fells/Coolfree Mountain [Sliabh Chuil Fhraoigh]
Republic of Ireland

Coolfree Mountain [Sliabh Chuil Fhraoigh]

437M
1433FT
Rank
44th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Data coming soon
Nearest Town
Ballyorgan

About Coolfree Mountain [Sliabh Chuil Fhraoigh]

Situated near the village of Ballyorgan on the fringes of the Galty range, this heathery summit offers a quieter alternative to the higher peaks. Rising to 436 metres, its slopes are defined by a mix of forestry and open moorland, making it a rugged but accessible Hump for those exploring the Limerick borderlands.

Key Statistics

Rank
44th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Data coming soon
Nearest Town
Ballyorgan
Prominence
?
128m
Geology
Geological data pending update.
Classifications

Did You Know?

  • The Irish name Sliabh Chuil Fhraoigh translates as 'the mountain of the heather corner' or 'nook,' derived from cuil (corner/recess) and fraoch (heather), reflecting the resilient heathland found across its upper slopes.
  • Though grouped geographically with the Galty Mountains, this hill is a prominent fixture of the Ballyhoura range and is often climbed in conjunction with the nearby Seefin.
  • The summit offers a distinctively clear perspective southward across the Blackwater Valley towards the Nagle Mountains in County Cork.
  • As a Hump, the hill possesses at least 100 metres of prominence, ensuring it stands as a physically distinct landmark from the surrounding terrain.

Find It

OS Grid Reference
R673160
Latitude
52.2955°N
Longitude
8.4799°W

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