Carrauntoohil is Ireland’s highest mountain, standing at 1,038 metres (3,406 feet) above sea level. It’s part of the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks range in County Kerry, in the southwest of Ireland. The mountain is a popular destination for hikers and climbers, offering challenging routes and spectacular views of the surrounding lakes, valleys, and peaks.

The most common starting point for climbs is from Cronin’s Yard, near Beaufort, where trails lead into the Hag’s Glen before ascending via routes such as the Devil’s Ladder, Brother O’Shea’s Gully, or Coomloughra Horseshoe — the latter being one of Ireland’s finest ridge walks.

At the summit stands a large metal cross, first erected in 1950, which has become a well-known landmark and a popular photo point. On clear days, the summit offers panoramic views across the Ring of Kerry, Dingle Peninsula, and even the Atlantic Ocean.