Carrigleitrim [Carraig Liatroma]

About Carrigleitrim [Carraig Liatroma]

Tucked away near Kilbride in the northern Wicklow Hills, this 408m Tump offers a quiet ascent away from the busier peaks. Characterised by a mix of forestry and rough grazing, the summit provides a clear perspective over the Liffey Valley towards the sprawling Dublin suburbs and the nearby Seahan.

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• •The name is derived from the Irish Carraig Liatroma, meaning 'Rock of the Grey Ridge,' a reference to the weathered, stony outcrops that punctuate the higher ground in this part of Wicklow.
• •To the south lies the Kilbride Rifle Range, an active military training area since the 1890s; walkers must remain alert for red flags and avoid straying into the restricted zone during live firing exercises.
• •Its position on the western edge of the Wicklow range offers a distinct vantage point, looking directly down into the Liffey Valley as it winds south toward the Blessington Lakes.
• •From the summit, there is a clear sightline across the valley to the massive prehistoric cairn atop Seahan, marking a stark contrast between the quiet slopes of Carrigleitrim and the ancient ritual landscape to the east.
• •Scaling this hill provides a masterclass in the Wicklow 'hidden fence' technique, where a rusty strand of barbed wire is perfectly camouflaged by a waist-high bank of gorse.