Forth Mountain commands fine views of the surrounding Wexford countryside and coast, including Wexford Town and out to the Saltee Islands. Forth Mountain also gives views out to Tuskar Rock, which is said to be responsible for more shipwrecks than any other Irish coastal feature - one hundred and seventy-six shipwrecks are attributed to it. Also in 1968 an Aer Lingus plane crashed near it with the loss of all 61 people on board.

Forth Mountain is farmed almost all the way to the summit, making access difficult. There are a number of masts and communications towers at the summit and the most obvious access track passes through private land and a farm. The access track to the summit through the farm starts at S984 196 A, although the owners have requested no access due to fears of livestock getting loose or their farm being blocked. The best thing is to try and speak to somebody, and if you have no luck respect their wishes and navigate around the hill to another access point. There is an alternative approach through forestry tracks to the south of the hill that can be found by following the road that contours the hill at about 200 metres altitude.
By using access track at S984 190 B you can avoid going through the farm by turning right before it on side track which presumedly is used for servicing the masts. There are no gates on this route but best to leave car on small layby close to access point as it's only a short walk to summit. Linkback: https://mountainviews.ie/summit/1013/comment/5772/

Forth Mountain lies a few kilometres SW of Wexford Town. Mountain is a bit of an ambitious addition to this hill's name as it is one of the 50 smallest hills on MV. (Out of the current 1054 listed). It is a small ridge of upland about 1.5 kms long stretching NE SW. It has two summits, with the highest point at the NE end. The southern half of the ridge is covered in forestry and I didnt go there.

I was skirting around the hill looking for a way onto the summit area. The public road is only 40 - 50 metres below the highest point in places. However there are farms on all sides of the summit and I resorted to using the farm access road at S984 196 A. This leads to a farm at the summit area, with barns, livestock and some houses. Those with dogs should take note of this obvious restriction on letting their four - legged friends run free. The lane runs through the farm and leads to the rocky summit outcrop. Im not sure about public access as I never saw anyone to ask. There are a number of communications masts and rocky outcrops around the summit area, and the trig pillar is atop the biggest of these. The trig pillar retains one of those curious benchmark plaques that pdtempan discusses in Motley Views General Forum (04-06-2008). These rectangular plaques have disappeared from most trig pillars that they were originally on, so its nice to see them on rare occasions

From the top the views are magnificent and include Wexford Town, Rosslare harbour and the wider coastal area. The Saltee Islands were visible to the south east, and the Blackstairs to the north. Out to the west I could see some low hills including Slievecoillte and Carrickbyrne Hill near New Ross. A friendly farm dog joined me at the summit and accompanied me back down the track past the farm to my car. I think information about public access to this hill would be badly needed but I couldnt find out on this occasion.

This hill is well worth a visit for those passing by. It requires absolutely minimal effort in return for fantastic views. Remember to bring a treat for the friendly local farm dog! Linkback: https://mountainviews.ie/summit/1013/comment/4263/

Eamonoc. Left Wexford on the N25 turned right onto R733 at Duncannon Rd Roundabout. Turned right onto L3072 at Hayes Mountain Bar, turn left at 2nd crossroads, after about 3mins driving when Forth Mt comes into view on the right, look out for an obvious stoney path which leads to the summit, there is space to park on the left for one car. 5mins easy walking will see you on the summit. Fine views over Weford harbour an all around, just ignore the vast array of masts that adorn this summit. Linkback: https://mountainviews.ie/summit/1013/comment/6650/

There are access issues with this hill (Forth 'Mountain' definitely a misnomer) from both the east and north. There is actually a drivable road from the north, which you access according to Google Maps but in fact has multiple red 'Private Road' and 'No entry' signs all over the place. The other trail to the SE is similarly adorned. However, if you don't mind a longer walk, there is an official hiking trail at the Forth Mountain Pennylands car park at S97172 18074 C, about 2.5km to the SW. Proceed up the trail for 600m, turn right and continue for another 1.7km to reach the rock outcrop that marks the highpoint, which is surrounded by transmitters/buildings and farm structures. While in the area make sure you take the time to do the short Carrigfoyle Lough Loop about 1km north of Forth. Starting at the car park at S98615 20129 D, follow the waymarked track as it loops around a long-disused quarry that filled up naturally with water many years ago to form a stunning little lough surrounded by woodland. Linkback: https://mountainviews.ie/summit/1013/comment/24030/