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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
Hiking
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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Hike The Paps loop, a moderate 4.5-mile (7.3 km) trail in County Kerry, offering panoramic views and ancient cairns.
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Elevation 750 m
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