Beann Dhearg from Lough Acoose
At the foot of the imposing Macgillycuddys Reeks massif, this hike, which takes place in a beautiful atmosphere, takes you on the ascent of a small peak with a beautiful panorama.
A
Ireland walk
posted on 28/02/22 by Netra. Last update : 21/03/24
Description
Start: Car park at the start
(S/E) From the car park, continue South on the small road. Enter a small wood and reach a crow's feet.
From the car park at pass (4), Kerry Way waymarkers are posted from place to place.
(1) Follow a track to the South-West. Cross a river and head south.
(2) Ignore a path on the left and pass between the buildings of a farm. Slowly go up the valley of the Gearhanagour Stream River.
(3) Shortly before the river turns left, turn right (South - West). The slope straightens and the path makes several hairpin turns to reach an unnamed pass.
(4) When you reach a junction. Head due West and quickly climb the prominent summit of Beann Dhearg.
(5) After enjoying the view, the way back is via the same path to the car park (S/E).
Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 194 m - Car park
- 1 : km 0.56 - alt. 172 m - Crow's foot
- 2 : km 1.04 - alt. 191 m - Junction - Derrynafeana Farm
- 3 : km 2.34 - alt. 216 m - Bottom of the valley
- 4 : km 3.2 - alt. 375 m - Pass with no name
- 5 : km 3.63 - alt. 431 m - Beann Dhearg
- S/E : km 7.26 - alt. 194 m - Car park
Useful Information
Start: Car park at the start
Alternative starting point:
It is possible to park at the crow's feet (1), however there is a reduced number of places.
Terrain & Gears: Hiking shoes recommended. After the Derrynafean farm, the ground can be quite wet. Even if the altitude is low, bring warm clothing and protection against rain and wind.
Car park:
Reach the starting point at Lough Acoose (Loch an Chuais in Gaelic), a dozen kilometres south of Killorglin. At the Northern tip of the lake, take a small road that heads South-East (on the left when coming from Killorglin) towards Derrynafeana. About 1.5 km further, park in a small car park near houses.
Useful detailed map (at least the one that accompanies this description). A trail on smartphone and a compass can be useful in case of fog.
Always stay careful and alert while following a route. Visorando and the author of this walk cannot be held responsible in the event of an accident during this route.
During the walk or to do/see around
- Nice wild atmosphere after Derrynafean Farm (2) and up to the top (5).
- Beautiful panorama from the top (unless the clouds interfere).
