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Maamturk Mountains
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Mammturk Mountains are a
picturesque mountain range in North Connemara. They are less
well known than their more famous neighbours, the Twelve
Bens on the other side of the Inagh Valley.
They are not very big (max 667m) but a pleasant climb in
fine weather, with superb views and no congestion. Dedicated
fell runners run from Maumeen in the south to Leenane in the
north in a single day. |
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Walking the Maamturks
Going towards Leenane, the first climb, onto Corgemore, is a
stiff 500+ m. Often there is mist, which makes an
interesting problem of the route to Mullach Glas and beyond
to the first lake at Mám Éan.
Once atop Binn Chaonaigh you can see onwards to the highest
point of the walk, Binn idir an Dá Log. After passing this
peak you descend steeply to the second lake at Maumahoge.
From Knocknahillion to Letterbreckaun is a twisting ridge
with ponds and a great view. A stepped descent, sometimes
steep, leads then to Maam Turk pass.
Beyond Maam Turk pass you enter the Northern Turks. Grassy
or boggy surfaces and some very steep slopes particularly
the long descent to the coast near Leenane. |
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