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Bridia Valley – Summit cross on Carrauntoohil loop from Beann Bhán

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Ireland
Munster
Kerry

Bridia Valley – Summit cross on Carrauntoohil loop from Beann Bhán

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Bridia Valley – Summit cross on Carrauntoohil loop from Beann Bhán

08:56

22.0km

1,350m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 13.5 km for 532 m

After 14.8 km for 174 m

After 15.8 km for 532 m

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2.33 km

Beann Dhearg Pass

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After a steep climb up here you will have a fantastic view of the Lough Acoose and the mountains of the Macgillycuddy's Reeks. After rainfall, the soil on the pass …

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3.92 km

View of the MacGillycuddy's Reeks

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Beautiful landscape

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5.32 km

Bridia Valley

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A remote, yet beautiful corner of Ireland. This is exactly the kind of wilderness you are seeking if walking the Kerry Way. The Caragh River flows through the valley and …

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6.46 km

Hag's Glen Trail

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Very nice hiking trail, but you have to be careful when it rains.

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13.3 km

Caher

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Amazing views of Beenkeragh and Carrauntoohil from here but take extreme care especially if the winds are high.

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14.7 km

Carrauntoohil summit (1,039 m)

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An unforgettable experience at the summit.

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14.8 km

Summit cross on Carrauntoohil

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Carrauntoohil is the highest mountain in Ireland at 1,038.6 metres (3407,48 feet). It is on the Iveragh Peninsula in County Kerry, close to the centre of Ireland's highest mountain range, …

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22.0 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.24 km

8.12 km

3.04 km

2.56 km

Surfaces

8.42 km

7.10 km

2.86 km

2.56 km

1.02 km

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Tuesday 19 May

17°C

9°C

53 %

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