The second highest of the spectacular Twelve Bens, Bencorr (Binn Chorr in Irish) is a beautiful peak. It's one of the highlights of the Glencoaghan Horseshoe, one of Ireland's great mountain routes. In Carrot Ridge, the mountain boasts one of Ireland's great rock climbing ridges too, with routes of varying difficulty.

David Howells

October 31, 2025

At 711 metres, Bencorr is the second highest peak of the ’12 Bens of Connemara’, which has some of the finest walking in Ireland. The mountains are not very high, the highest being only 730 metres, but they offer wonderful hiking opportunities with super scenery and are a feast for the eyes. As with all mountains, however, treat them with respect and ensure you are properly equipped at all times.

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1. Binn Doire Chláir / Derryclare and Binn Chorr / Bencorr from Derrynavglaun

8.67km

04:29

800m

Hike the difficult 5.4-mile Binn Doire Chláir / Derryclare and Binn Chorr / Bencorr trail for superb mountain views in Connemara National Pa

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2. Derryclare and Bencorr Loop Trail

11.5km

03:39

850m

Hike the difficult 7.1-mile Binn Doire Chláir and Binn Chorr trail in Derryclare Nature Reserve for panoramic views of the Twelve Bens.

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Elevation 660 m

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Location: Galway, Ireland

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Binn Chorr / Bencorr

1. Binn Doire Chláir / Derryclare and Binn Chorr / Bencorr from Derrynavglaun

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