Knockma Hill
Scenic Trails on the Hill of Queen Maeve 🌿
Knockma, the great Hill of Maeve is situated 8km west of Tuam. Maeve, the legendary Queen of Connacht, and Ceasair, one of the earliest colonists of Ireland, are reputed to be buried in the cairns on the summit of the hill.
Tradition as well as popular superstition, also points to Knockma as the home of fairy legend for here Finvarra, the King of the Connacht fairies, is reputed to hold his court. From the summit of Knockma may be obtained one of the grandest panoramic views in Ireland.
Knockma Hill Walk gallery
The Knockma Hill trails
Knockma has 3 separate trails to discover:
Knockma Hill Walk / Queen Maeve Trail (4.2km)
This is an easy to moderate looped trail within a lovely woodland setting on well maintained tracks. Popular at weekends with hikers, walkers, and lovers of nature.
Avenue Loop (2 Km)
The Avenue Loop is a bit of a misnomer as it is an out and back walk with a route leading away from Knockma Hill and then the return journey.
Finvara’s Trail (1 Km)
A route through woodland leading to a point that has geology similar to that of The Burren in North Clare, of exposed carboniferous limestone pavements with the familiar joint patterns of clints and grykes, which local legends say are the gateways to otherworlds.
Knockma Hill: What to expect
Knockma Forest Trail Route Map 🥾
Knockma Hill FAQs
How long does it take to climb Knockma Hill?
What length is the Knockma Forest Trail?
How high is Knockma hill?
The hill is 170 meters at the highest point and is the most significant landmark and most popular attraction in Caherlistrane, Co. Galway.
What surface is the walking trail at Knockma Hill?
The trails in Knockma generally tarred or paved surfaces which make them suitable for all most ages and abilities but those with buggies or in wheelchairs may have difficulty as there are many steep paths throughout.
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