Mountains of the Iveragh Peninsula facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mountains of the Iveragh Peninsula |
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Bridia Valley, with Stumpa Dúloigh on the right and Broaghnabinnia on the left
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| Highest point | |
| Peak | Stumpa Dúloigh |
| Elevation | 784 m (2,572 ft) |
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 Mountains of the Iveragh Peninsula
Location in Ireland
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| Country | Republic of Ireland |
| Provinces of Ireland | Munster |
The Mountains of the Iveragh Peninsula are a collection of many mountains located on the Iveragh Peninsula in County Kerry, Ireland. These mountains are not part of one big mountain range. Instead, they form several smaller, unnamed ranges. This article talks about all the mountains found west of Killarney National Park and the MacGillycuddy's Reeks.
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Exploring the Iveragh Peninsula Mountains
The Iveragh Peninsula is home to hundreds of mountain peaks. Many of these peaks do not even have official names! A large part of the peninsula's coast is surrounded by mountains. Only two main river valleys, the River Inny and river Ferta, break up the hilly and mountainous land.
How the Landscape Changes
As you travel from the sea in the west towards the east, the land gets steeper and more mountainous. The tallest peaks are found further inland, closer to the MacGillycuddy's Reeks.
Highest Peaks to Discover
The highest mountain in this area is Stumpa Dúloigh, which stands 784 meters (about 2,572 feet) tall. The second tallest peak is Mullaghanattin (also known as Mullach an Aitinn), reaching 773 meters (about 2,536 feet) high.
Other Notable Mountains
Here are some other important peaks you can find, listed from east to west:
- Boughil (Buachaill Finnleitheid), 639 meters
- Knocklomena (Cnoc an Mheannáin), 641 meters
- Broaghnabinnia (Bruach na Binne), 745 meters
- Knocknagantee, 676 meters
- Knockmoyle, 684 meters
- Meenteog, 715 meters
- Coomacarrea (An Tráigh), 772 meters
- Teermoyle Mountain, 760 meters
- Drung Hill, 640 meters
- Knocknadobar (Cnoc na dTobar), 690 meters
- Coomcallee, 650 meters
