Knockmore, Mayo
Knockmore (Irish: An Cnoc Mór, meaning "The great hill") is a mountain on Clare Island off the coast of County Mayo, Ireland.
Knockmore | |
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An Cnoc Mór | |
Knockmore Mountain is clearly seen as the highest point on Clare | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 462 m (1,516 ft) [1] |
Prominence | 462 m (1,516 ft) |
Listing | Marilyn |
Coordinates | 53°48′30″N 10°01′17″W [1] |
Geography | |
Knockmore | |
Topo map | OSi Discovery 30 |
Geography
The mountain is the highest peak on Clare Island at 462 metres (1,516 ft) and is the 572nd highest in Ireland.
Access to the summit
It is a popular walking destination for island residents and tourists and is known for its view of Clew Bay and the west coast mainland as well as a view of the Atlantic Ocean.
See also
- List of mountains in Ireland
- List of islands of Ireland
References
- "Knockmore". mountainviews.ie. Retrieved 2010-08-14.
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