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Mount Leinster – Mount Leinster loop from Raheenliegh

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Mount Leinster – Mount Leinster loop from Raheenliegh

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3.0

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Mount Leinster – Mount Leinster loop from Raheenliegh

06:15

17.1km

730m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

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3.65 km

Mount Leinster

Highlight • Summit

Nice trig pointed summit marked by a trig point and a rather large communication mast that is local landmark for miles around. Great hike to the top and lovely views over to Blackstairs mountain and the surrounding countryside.

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5.75 km

Mount Leinster East Top Summit

Highlight • Summit

This is the summit for Mount Leinster East Top 654m and as such is a designated Hewitt. Not an inspiring summit and also unmarked but it is a half way point between Mount Leinster and Black Rock.

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6.94 km

Turf Cutter's Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Landmark at the top of Black Mountain that can be a lifesaver if the Irish weather sets in. If you have to dive for refuge in the hut you'll likely find plenty of other adventurers doing the same!

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6.96 km

Turf Cutters' Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

I didn't expect to see this quaint turf cutters hut on the plateau between East top and Black Rock. Lots of room inside and could be used as an overnight …

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7.60 km

Black Rock

Highlight • Climb

Not the highest climb around but it's a good challenge and provides great views over to Leinster Mountain on a clear day.

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7.61 km

Black Rock Cairn (599 m), Mount Leinster

Highlight • Summit

Black Rock is the terminal peak of the eastern shoulder of Mount Leinster and is 599m high and marked with an imposting stone cairn. A good viewing point looking ahead at Mt Leinster East Top and Mt Leinster itself.

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11.7 km

Mount Leinster

Highlight • Summit

At 794m high Mount Leinster is a tough challenge. A famous climb with a radio tower at the top, the view is exceptional (if the weather is clear). Well worth the climb to the top.

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17.1 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.59 km

6.16 km

2.27 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.73 km

3.95 km

3.07 km

2.27 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (780 m)

Lowest point (370 m)

Weather

Friday 19 June

19°C

9°C

11 %

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Mount Leinster – Mount Leinster loop from Raheenliegh

Mount Leinster

Mount Leinster East Top Summit

Turf Cutter's Hut

Turf Cutters' Hut

Black Rock

Black Rock Cairn (599 m), Mount Leinster

Mount Leinster

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