This hike is often below the radar of the masses, who flock instead to the more popular hills nearby. With its classic conical peak at 664m, Croaghanmoira is one of Wicklow's best kept secret! We start our walk joining the Wicklow Way for a spell and almost counter-intuitively we climb the wooded slopes opposite our real target. We descend through the woods and over the road to start our real climb of the day. A short enough, but steep enough climb takes us to the summit. On descent we traverse the wonderful and little known ridge that is Fananierin, at the end of which is one of the best views of the Glenmalure valley. Some mysterious neolithic "cup marks" in stone are but some of the points of interest.

Date: 13/12/2020

Time: 09.30-15.30

Walking time: 5.5hrs

Distance: 16km/10 miles

Height gain/Ascent: 740m/2431ft

Grade: Moderate. A reasonable baseline fittness is required.

Price: €30

Meeting at: The exact meeting point will be disclosed upon booking. It will be close to The Glenmalure Lodge, Drumgoff, Co Wicklow.

How to get there: Directions will be provided upon booking.

Transport: There is no transport being offered for this event. Public transport is limited but get in touch for possible advice.

To book tickets: Follow the eventbrite link-https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/131440196165

call (00353) 879559328 or email: nativetreks.ie@gmail.com

What to bring:

Required- Walking Boots (or suitable footware, emphasis on grip, waterproofing and ankle support), Athletic clothing suitable for the outdoors (no jeans or cotton please), Rain jacket and rain leggings, Extra warm layers (fleece, hat and gloves), more than enough food and snacks for a fully active day out plus water (about 1.5ltr recommended), any personal medication (inc. inhalers), a backpack to carry it all in.

Optional- Walking poles, gaiters, Map(OSI sheet 62 or EastWest Lugnaquilla) and compass (for those wishing to practice some navigating).

Any queries please email nativetreks.ie@gmail.com or call (00353)879559328

All of our guides are Fully Insured, Remote First Aid trained and are Mountain Leader qualified as awarded by Mountaineering Ireland and the Mountain Training Association.

Route may be altered in the event of bad weather or at your guide's descrection anytime throughout the hike. In the event of cancellation due to severe weather a full refund will be awarded.

Please note: We operate our hikes in line with Government Covid 19 advice. Social distancing should be observed throughout the hike but please ensure to bring a mask and hand sanitiser in the event where this may not be possible. Participants should only attend if they are feeling well and are able to travel within thier own county i.e Co.Wicklow. We will be monitoring the situation and will update as nessecary. In the event of any cancellations due to further restrictions imposed or any Covid related issues, a full refund will be awarded. Our full Covid 19 policy is sent out with the brief upon booking.

We hope to meet you for a great day out on the 13th!