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 | |
|---|---|
| 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.
References
- "Knockmore". mountainviews.ie. Retrieved 14 August 2010.
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