Sugarloaf (County Cork) facts for kids
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 574 m (1,883 ft) |
| Prominence | 126 m (413 ft) |
| Naming | |
| English translation | big fork |
| Language of name | Irish |
| Geography | |
| Location | County Cork, Ireland |
| Parent range | Caha Mountains |
Sugarloaf Mountain is a cool mountain located in County Cork, Ireland. It's found southwest of a town called Glengarriff. In the Irish language, its name is Gabhal Mhór, which means "big fork".
What is Sugarloaf Mountain Like?
Sugarloaf Mountain is part of the Caha Mountains range. It stands 574 meters (about 1,883 feet) tall. This makes it the 319th highest peak in all of Ireland.
Many people used to think Sugarloaf Mountain was an old volcano that had stopped erupting. But scientists now know its unique shape was actually created by natural forces like wind and water over a very long time. This process is called erosion.
How Did Sugarloaf Get Its Name?
The Irish name for the mountain, Gabhal Mhór, comes from an even older name: Sliabh na Gaibhle. This means "mountain of the fork."
In the 1800s, you might have seen it called Slieve Goul in some old books. The name Gabhal Mhór means "big fork." This name helps tell it apart from a smaller mountain nearby called Gabhal Bheag, which means "little fork." That smaller peak is sometimes called Gowlbeg.
