Crocknasmug

Rising above the eastern coast of the Inishowen Peninsula, this heather-clad Marilyn offers an accessible ascent with expansive coastal rewards. Despite its modest height, the summit provides a clear perspective over Lough Foyle towards the Sperrins and the rugged cliffs of the northern Donegal coastline.

• •The name is derived from the Irish Cnoc na Smug, which translates to 'Hill of the Snot' or 'Mucus', a vivid reference to the slippery, boggy nature of its peat-covered slopes.
• •The summit provides an exceptional vantage point over the mouth of Lough Foyle, where you can watch the ferry crossing between Greencastle and Magilligan Point against the backdrop of the Binevenagh cliffs.
• •As a Marilyn, Crocknasmug possesses a prominence of over 150 metres, ensuring that it remains a distinctive landmark for those navigating the coastal roads of eastern Donegal.
• •The ascent is a traditional Donegal experience, where the lack of a formal path is compensated for by deep heather and the occasional unavoidable bog encounter.