Benwiskin South Top [Slievemore Far North West Top]

About Benwiskin South Top [Slievemore Far North West Top]

Sitting on the high, wind-swept plateau of Sligo’s Dartry Mountains, this subsidiary summit bridges the gap between the iconic wave-like ridge of Benwiskin and Slievemore. The terrain is a mix of blanket bog and limestone, offering an atmospheric, rugged walk with dramatic views over the deep glacial bowl of the Gleniff Horseshoe.

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• •The name Benwiskin is derived from the Irish Binn Fhuiscín, meaning 'peak of the small basket,' reflecting the distinctive shape of the mountain's northern prow when seen from the lowlands.
• •To the north, the summit offers a clear view across the Mullaghmore Peninsula and the Classiebawn Castle estate, framed by the breaking surf of the Atlantic coast.
• •The hill is a key navigational point on the high-level traverse above the Gleniff Horseshoe, overlooking a valley where the remains of 19th-century barytes mines are still visible.
• •Looking southeast, the skyline is dominated by Truskmore, the highest peak in the Dartry Range, which is easily identified by its prominent telecommunications mast.
• •Attempting to locate the exact highest point on this relatively flat, boggy plateau often results in the realization that your boots have found a depth the maps failed to mention.