Carrauntoohil facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Carrauntoohil
Corrán Tuathail
Highest point
Elevation	1,038 metres (3,406 feet)
Prominence	1,038 m (3,406 ft)
Listing	Country high point Marilyn, Furth, Hewitt
Naming
Language of name	Irish
Geography
Location	County Kerry, Ireland
Parent range	Macgillycuddy's Reeks
OSI/OSNI grid	V803844
Topo map	OSI Discovery 78

Carrauntoohil is the highest mountain in all of Ireland. It stands tall in County Kerry, a beautiful part of Ireland. This impressive peak reaches a height of 1,038 metres (3,406 feet). That's over one kilometer straight up! It is the main peak of the Macgillycuddy's Reeks mountain range.

What is Carrauntoohil?

Carrauntoohil is a very famous mountain. Its name, Corrán Tuathail, comes from the Irish language. It means "Tuathal's sickle" or "inverted sickle". This might describe its shape. It's a popular spot for hikers and climbers. Many people want to reach its top.

Where is Carrauntoohil located?

This mighty mountain is found in the southwest of Ireland. It is part of the MacGillycuddy's Reeks range. This range includes many other tall peaks. The area around Carrauntoohil is known for its stunning views. It has deep valleys and clear lakes.

Climbing Carrauntoohil

Climbing Carrauntoohil is a big adventure. It is not an easy climb. There are different paths to the top. The most famous one is called the Devil's Ladder. This path is steep and rocky. It can be quite challenging. People need to be careful when climbing. They should have the right gear.

The Summit Cross

At the very top of Carrauntoohil, there is a large metal cross. This cross was put there in 1976. It stands as a landmark for climbers. It also offers a place for reflection. From the summit, you can see amazing views. On a clear day, you can see for miles around. You can spot the Atlantic Ocean and other mountains.

Images for kids

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  Looking directly at Carrauntoohil's Eagle's Nest corrie (in shade), surrounded by Carrauntoohil (left), The Bones and the Beenkeragh Ridge (centre, back), Beenkeragh (right), and the Hag's Tooth, and the Hag's Tooth Ridge up to Beenkeragh (right). The three levels of the Eagle's Nest corrie can be clearly seen.

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  The summit of Carrauntoohil

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  Carrauntoohil (r) from Hag's Glen, with the Devil's Ladder path to the col between Carrauntoohil (r) and Cnoc na Toinne (l) visible in the distance

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  Heavenly Gates on the east face. The 450 metre Howling Ridge rock-climb starts at the Heavenly Gates.

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  Climbing up Brother O'Shea's Gully with the Eagle's Nest (third level), and Lough Cummeenoughter below.

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  Eagle's Nest and Lough Cummenoughter in winter

See also

In Spanish: Carrantuohill para niños