Slieve Mish Mountains Mountains
Mountain range on Dingle Peninsula, scenic ridges
The Slieve Mish Mountains form the spine of County Kerry between Tralee and the Dingle Peninsula. Drivers and walkers tackle narrow passes, peat‑covered ridges and coastal outlooks over Dingle Bay.
Slieve Mish Mountains at a Glance#
About Slieve Mish Mountains#
The Slieve Mish Mountains are a coastal mountain range on the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry, Munster, Ireland, forming part of the peninsula’s central high ground. The range is noted for its rugged ridges, steep slopes and proximity to the coastline.
Walking routes and minor roads cross the range and link the small villages of the peninsula; the area is valued for hillwalking, coastal views and its upland habitats. Peaks are typically steep with heath and blanket bog on higher ground.
The mountains are a natural landscape feature shaped by glacial and post-glacial processes and have long been used for grazing and local travel across the peninsula.
Geographically the range occupies the eastern side of the Dingle Peninsula, between the towns of Tralee and Dingle, with slopes descending toward both the Atlantic coast and Tralee Bay.
How to Get to Slieve Mish Mountains#
The Slieve Mish Mountains are on the Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry. From Tralee, drive west on the N86 and follow signposts toward Dingle; trailheads are reached from minor roads off the N86. Public transport is limited-car is easiest.
Tips for Visiting Slieve Mish Mountains#
- Drive the Connor Pass and then follow local signposts to trailheads off the N86 for classic ridge hikes.
- Bring warm and windproof clothing-the Dingle Peninsula is exposed to Atlantic weather.
Best Time to Visit Slieve Mish Mountains#
Best late spring through early autumn for hiking; weather is changeable year-round.
Weather & Climate near Slieve Mish Mountains#
Slieve Mish Mountains's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 17°C. Heavy rainfall (2019 mm/year), wettest in January.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 3° - 8° | 1° | 233 mm | overcast | 88% | 7.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| February | Poor | 3° - 8° | 2° | 162 mm | overcast | 87% | 7.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| March | Poor | 4° - 9° | 3° | 172 mm | overcast | 86% | 6.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 4° | 121 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Acceptable | 7° - 14° | 10° | 132 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.5h |
| June | Good | 9° - 16° | 13° | 109 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.5h |
| July | Acceptable | 11° - 17° | 14° | 113 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.0h |
| August | Acceptable | 11° - 17° | 14° | 140 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.1 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 14.5h |
| September | Acceptable | 10° - 16° | 13° | 165 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Poor | 7° - 13° | 7° | 211 mm | overcast | 87% | 6.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Poor | 5° - 10° | 4° | 228 mm | overcast | 88% | 6.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| December | Poor | 4° - 9° | 2° | 233 mm | overcast | 88% | 7.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.5h |
