The West Pap is the slightly smaller of the pair which together are two of the most recognisable Irish peaks. It's grassy and heathery with a huge cairn which is thought to cover an ancient burial chamber. Great views of the Mangerton group, Derrynasaggarts and the plains of N Kerry.

W. Park either in the Clydagh Valley at W14446 84029 A or near Lough Glannafreaghaun at approx. W14760 86863 B and head along the track to W14304 85244 C. There are a no. of inconsistent tracks in this area that will take you through the steep, heather-covered lower slopes to the higher ground which has less vegetation. After the East Pap descend due west to a col before re-ascending to the West Pap. Allow 3 hrs+ up and back.

S. From the south park at a forest at W1292783233 D, walk 200m along the road to another forest exit. After this on left a hole in the hedge allows one to follow the forest fence uphill to another fence at W1295683777 E. After crossing this continue to Rodgers Rock at W1259784177 F F and it's an easy ascent from here.

W. From the west park near Garrie's bridge at W08152 83703 G and follow the road N. At a sharp bend go through a gate and follow the good track winding up through charming farmland to W08879 84580 H. Keep on the track heading E up the well defined valley N of Coolcurtoga until it ends at a fence near W11968 84754 I. Follow the fence to the S spur of the W pap and go directly to the summit along a grassy track. Allow 2 hrs+ for this ascent.

Notable tracks incl track/3391 and track/4096. Linkback: https://mountainviews.ie/summit/125/comment/4885/