Tievebaun [Taobh Ban]

About Tievebaun [Taobh Ban]

Rising above the dramatic limestone cliffs of the Dartry Mountains, this boggy plateau on the Sligo-Leitrim border offers a quieter alternative to neighbouring Truskmore. Reaching 611 metres, its character is defined by steep gritstone escarpments and expansive Atlantic views, making it a rugged Hewitt well worth the navigational effort.

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• •The name derives from the Irish Taobh Bán, meaning 'white side' or 'white slope,' likely a reference to the pale limestone cliffs or the way light catches the steep escarpments on its western flank.
• •It is located just north of Truskmore and is frequently included in a high-level circuit that overlooks the deep, glacial trench of the Glencar Valley.
• •The summit provides an exceptional vantage point for seeing the massive limestone pinnacle of Eagle’s Rock to the west and the distant Slieve League cliffs across Donegal Bay.
• •Walkers often find that the most challenging aspect of the peak isn't the ascent, but successfully navigating the sprawling, saturated peat hags that guard the approach from the south.