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The Paps West

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The Paps West

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The Paps West

Name: The Paps West
Rating: 2

Recommended by 3 hikers

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Location: Kerry, Munster, Ireland

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1. The Paps West from Clydagh

6.79km

02:29

440m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. The Paps via the Green Road

13.3km

03:47

650m

640m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. The Paps loop

7.29km

01:51

530m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Wandering Cloud

December 2, 2025

It is a steep climb to The Paps West, but you will be richly rewarded for your efforts on top with far-reaching panoramic views. Well-worth it! This peak is just 4 metres (13 ft) shorter than The Paps East, which is the obvious hill to your east. The cairn here is prehistoric and might date back to 2,500 BC.

KarEls

August 1, 2025

Good footwear is required as the ground alternates between rocky and swampy.

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David Bavin-Hobbs

November 19, 2025

The summit of The Paps West gives you great views of the surrounding area and across to East Pap. There is a marked route when climbing from the south, but it is off-trail from the north, so only recommended for experienced walkers.

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Elevation 750 m

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Location: Kerry, Munster, Ireland

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The Paps West

1. The Paps West from Clydagh

2. The Paps via the Green Road

3. The Paps loop

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