Day: Saturday, October 29th to Monday, October 31st

Hike level: Hard

Hike length: 20.4 Km

• Day 1: 10.0 Km
• Day 2: 5.5   Km
• Day 3: 4.9   Km
  

Hike duration: 3 days

Hike ascent: 1274 m

Avg pace: 5.0 km/h

Hike leader: José Monreal

This is a magnificent circuit on one of Kerry's most accessible mountains. Mangerton occupies the land southeast of the Lakes of Killarney and provides excellent views over the lakes and the MacGillycuddy's Reeks. An extensive plateau, its most dramatic feature being several spectacular corries which bite deeply into its flank. -- Irish Peaks A Celebration of Ireland's Highest Mountains, Mountaineering Ireland, 2020

Public Transport Options

TRAIN

Train to Killarney roundtrip from Heuston at 07:00 on Saturday, October 29th (Arrives at 10:19)

Train to Heuston from Killarney at 13:41 on Monday, October 31st (Arrives at 16:39)

Adult Price: €59.37 - 67.98 (https://www.irishrail.ie)

Student Price: €31.98 (https://www.irishrail.ie)

BUS

Bus to Killarney roundtrip from Burgh Quay at 06:15 on Saturday, October 29th (Arrives at 10:40)

Bus to Dublin City from Killarney at 14:30 on Sunday, October 30th (Arrives at 19:00)

Adult Price: €45 (https://ticketbooking.dublincoach.ie/BookTicket/TicketSelection)

Student Price: €22.50 (https://ticketbooking.dublincoach.ie/BookTicket/TicketSelection)

Once you pay for your Hike ticket, DO NOT forget to purchase your train tickets.

Also, use your Telegram phone number to be added to the Group.

You will also need Hiking Boots/Shoes for this Hike. If you show up with trainers or any other type of footwear, you will not be able to join this Hike.

Checklist

• Backpacking gear
  • Backpack with rain cover
  • Tent
  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping pad
  • Head torch
    
• Kitchen
  • Backpacking stove
  • Fuel
  • Cookset
  • Dishes/bowls
  • Eating utensils
  • Mug/cup
  • Biodegradable soap
  • Small quick-dry towel
• Food & water
  • 2L of water
    
  • Meals
  • Trail mix food
  • Extra daily supply of food
• Clothing & footwear
  • Moisture-wicking underwear
  • Moisture-wicking T-shirt / baselayer
  • Quick-drying pants/shorts
  • Long-sleeve shirt (protect from sun/bugs)
  • Lightweight fleece or jacket
  • Hiking boots/shoes waterproof
  • Socks (synthetic or wool)
  • Extra clothes (beyond minimum expectation)
  • Rainwear (jacket and pants)
  • Gloves
  • Hat/Beanie
  • Bandana/Buff
• Emergency & first aid
  • First-aid kit
  • Whistle
  • Lighter/matches
  • Two itineraries: 1 left with a friend or family member, 1 for yourself.
• Health & hygiene
  • Hand sanitiser
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper and trowel
  • Menstrual products
  • Prescription medications
  • Prescription glasses
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • SPF-rated Lip Balm
  • Insect repellent
  • Blister treatment supplies
• Personal items
  • Credit/Debit cards and/or Cash
  • ID
  • Cellphone
  • Battery/Power bank
• Tools & repair items
  • Knife or multi-tool
  • Repair kit (for sleeping pad and stoves)
  • Duct tape strips
• Extras (optional)
  • Day backpack (for walking away from the campsite)
  • Camera or action camera
  • Two-way radios
  • Compass
  • Map