Carrigalougha [Carraig an Locha]

About Carrigalougha [Carraig an Locha]

Rising above the Gaeltacht village of Cúil Aodha, this 423m peak offers a rugged introduction to the Shehy Mountains. Its sandstone outcrops and boggy slopes are characteristic of the Cork-Kerry border. From the summit, look across the Sullane Valley toward the higher masts of Mullaghanish and the distant Derrynasaggart range.

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• •Carraig an Locha translates from Irish as 'Rock of the Lake', referencing its proximity to Lough Nambrackderg, a small corrie lake tucked into the western slopes of the ridge.
• •To the north, the summit provides a clear perspective of the Sullane River valley, with the massive communications masts atop Mullaghanish serving as a permanent landmark on the horizon.
• •The hill is located within the Múscraí Gaeltacht, a region famous for its traditional 'sean-nós' singing and its deep historical connection to the Irish language.
• •While the name suggests solid ground, the 'rock' is often elusive; in a range known for relentless peat hags, the sandstone outcrops are frequently the only dry standing ground available.