Carnanelly West Top

About Carnanelly West Top

Tucked into the peat-rich heart of the Sperrins, this subsidiary summit offers a wilder alternative to its higher neighbour, Carnanelly. Rising above the quiet townlands north of Brackagh, the terrain is classic, heavy moorland—tough going underfoot but rewarding for those seeking solitude and clear views across the Glenelly Valley.

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• •The name Carnanelly derives from the Irish Cairn an Eallaigh, meaning the 'cairn of the cattle' or 'cairn of the herd', likely referring to historical seasonal grazing on these high slopes.
• •The summit is usually visited as an extension of the climb to Carnanelly itself, requiring a traverse across a broad, peaty saddle that can be exceptionally heavy going after rain.
• •From this western vantage point, there is a clear view across the valley to the massive, rounded profiles of Sawel and Meenard, the two highest peaks in the Sperrin range.
• •Experienced local walkers know that the terrain here is less a solid path and more a structural test for one's gaiters.