viewpoint in Kerry, Ireland

Geokaun Mountain & Fogher Cliffs

The highest point on Valentia Island, where a 180-metre sheer drop meets the Atlantic and three of Ireland's six highest mountains line the horizon.

Worth the wander

Geokaun Mountain (266 m) is the highest point on Valentia Island, County Kerry; on its northern face the Fogher Cliffs plunge 180 m to the sea. The privately run access road leads through several car parks to viewing areas with information plaques overlooking the Skellig Islands, Dingle Peninsula, Blasket Islands and the MacGillycuddy's Reeks.

Quick answers

Cost

Paid - privately owned, approx. €5-8 per car or €2-4 per pedestrian/cyclist (fee payable at entrance)

Time and distance

drive or walk to summit, several car parks at different levels; short walk from top car park to viewpoints

Parking

Paid, park-and-display, multiple car parks at intervals up the mountain road

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Valentia Island, Co. Kerry

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