Our route takes us up in to the stunning hanging valley of Fraughan Rock Glen with its epic ampitheatre and the sheer and rugged rock face of the Benleagh cliffs. We climb the steepest part of the hike by the picturesque Falls Brook and its cascading waters. We then traverse the floor of another higher hanging valley, steadily climbing until we reach the north spur which leads us to the 925m summit plateau. We descend a different route, staying on high ground with spectacular panoramas until we reach our second summit of the day Cloghernagh (801m). Continuing our descent opens up fine views of the whole Glenmalure valley and takes us past the beautiful Art's Lough.

Date: 29/01/2022

Time: 10.00-17.00

Walking time: 6 hrs

Distance: 15km/9 miles

Height gain/Ascent: 800m/2600ft

Grade: Hard. A challenging day out with a reasonable baseline fittness level required.

Price: €35

Meeting at: Barrivore Carpark, Glenmalure, Co. Wicklow

How to get there: Directions to Barrivore 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 eventbrite link, email nativetreks@gmail.com or call (00353) 879559328

What to bring:

Required- Walking Boots (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/juice/warm drink (about 1.5ltr recommended), any personal medication (inc. inhalers), a backpack to carry it all in.

Optional - Walking poles, gaiters, Map(OSI sheet 56 or EastWest mapping 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 Public Liability 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 at 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 have no ill symptoms. 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 29th!