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High Points in Ireland

Each of the 187 locations on the official list of Ireland's major geographical High Points has earned its place by meeting the criteria for at least one of the eight primary sub-lists. Certain locations from the overall list have also been hand-picked for inclusion on twelve secondary sub-lists. Each of the 17 sub-lists below marked "KG" is an original compilation by Kieron Gribbon which was first published on the date shown and is an original standalone list in its own right.

Ireland's major geographical High Points offer great walking opportunities all year round. We particularly recommend visiting them during months when the days are longest. For this reason, we celebrate Ireland High Points Week on the seven longest days of the year.

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Primary sub-lists

The following eight primary sub-lists are the basis of the overall list of Ireland's major geographical High Points. Each of the primary sub-list is also a standalone High Point challenge which gives Sport Hillwalkers an opportunity to earn bonus points in the official All-Ireland Hillwalking Championships.

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Secondary sub-lists

The following twelve secondary sub-lists are derived from the overall list of Ireland's major geographical High Points. Please note that these High Point sub-lists are not promoted as formal challenges. They have no associated digital badges or bonus points.

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Ireland's Major Geographical High Points

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If you find yourself returning to any particular page on this website, we recommend creating a shortcut on your device and a bookmark in your internet browser. These will give you much quicker access to the Irish walk-related information you need. For full details, including step-by-step instructions, please visit our "Shortcuts & bookmarks" page.

Walking initiatives

We have developed the widest possible selection of meaningful initiatives to promote recreational walking in Ireland. These are delivered across The Ireland Walking Guide and High Point Ireland websites and range from monthly walking themes right through to the official All-Ireland Hillwalking Championships. We aim to deliver a consistent programme of initiatives every year on a recurring basis rather than a series of standalone one-off campaigns. Our "predictable" approach to participation initiatives means walkers always know what's coming up and have ample time to plan ahead. But why should you take part? Click here to find out...

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Disclaimer

Please be aware that recreational walking in the great outdoors can be a risk activity. The Ireland Walking Guide and Donard Media (the website's publisher) accept no responsibility for any injury, loss or inconvenience sustained by anyone using this website. Personal safety is entirely the participant's own responsibility.

The inclusion of walking routes, locations and geographical areas on this website is not an indication that access is permitted. It should not be assumed that access is permitted to any any specific piece of land in Ireland. Please note that upland areas and coastal areas indicated on this website are based purely on their geographical characteristics. It should not be assumed that access is permitted to any of the upland areas and coastal areas illustrated on this website. Where local access restrictions exist (e.g. those indicated by "Private Property" signs, "No Trespassing" signs, etc), we strongly advise that you comply with the relevant landowner's wishes. The Ireland Walking Guide and Donard Media recommend that anyone planning to go walking in Ireland should check for potential access restrictions and to request permission from the relevant landowner(s) in advance.