Carrauntoohil, Mountain summit in MacGillycuddy's Reeks, County Kerry, Ireland
Carrauntoohil rises 1,039 meters above sea level with three distinct ridges connecting to neighboring peaks in the MacGillycuddy's Reeks mountain range.
The summit received its steel cross monument in 1976, replacing an earlier wooden structure that marked the highest point in Ireland since 1950.
The mountain's name originates from the Irish 'Corrán Tuathail', referring to a sickle-shaped geological formation visible from specific viewpoints.
The Devil's Ladder trail starts at Cronin's Yard and extends for 12 kilometers, requiring 4 to 6 hours of hiking to reach the summit.
Lough Cummeenoughter, Ireland's highest lake, rests at the base of Eagle's Nest corrie, featuring a natural sandy bed beneath its waters.
Location: County Kerry
Elevation above the sea: 1,038.6 m
Made from material: sandstone
GPS coordinates: 51.99946,-9.74269
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:46
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