Mullaghcroy [Forster's Mountain] [Mullach Crua]

About Mullaghcroy [Forster's Mountain] [Mullach Crua]

Rising above the surrounding lowlands of County Londonderry, this 242m Marilyn—often called Forster’s Mountain—offers a straightforward but rewarding climb. The terrain is typical of the Sperrin foothills, featuring a mix of rough grazing and heather that provides an airy, open feel despite the hill's relatively modest height.

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• •The Irish name Mullach Crua translates to 'hard summit', a description of the firm ground found at the top compared to the wetter peat bogs often found in this part of Ulster.
• •Its alternative name, Forster’s Mountain, likely stems from a local land-owning family, a common naming convention for hills in the northern counties of Ireland.
• •Being a Marilyn, the hill boasts at least 150 metres of prominence, ensuring clear views across the Foyle Valley toward the Derryveagh Mountains in County Donegal.
• •Its status as a Hump (Hundred and upwards metres of prominence) makes it a popular target for local peak-baggers looking for a quick ascent with high topographical value.
• •It serves as an excellent low-level alternative when the higher summits of the main Sperrin range are lost to the Atlantic cloud cover.