Croaghaun is the distinctive high point on a rugged, steep-sided coastal ridge which can be followed to sea level at Achill Head. Massive cliffs abound in this area and there is plenty of varied terrain to make for a most interesting massif. but utmost care needs to be taken in wind or mist. Views are incredible including the local cliffs, cols and loughs as well as Slievemore, Belmullet and the Nephins.

S. Park at beautiful Keem strand F56122 04379 A and head W to pick up the ridge which can be followed to Benmore, walking above fine sea cliffs as you go. If not taking the detour to Achill Head, drop down to F54624 05171 B from where a minor track will take you steeply up through the heather and grass slopes of the SW top. From here it's an easy walk to Croaghaun with terrific views opening up to the NW. 2.5hrs+ A possible return is to follow the SE ridge to SH 474 and steeply S from here to Keem.

E. Park at F57870 05759 C and head clockwise around the lake briefly, breaking off before the first corry to ascend due W on good ground to spot height 474, From here head steeply NW to gain the summit. 1.5hrs

E. Get to the saddle on the W of Cornaclea F59544 07259 D either by walking from Dooagh or from the Deserted Village. From here follow the obvious ridge up to F57505 07445 E from where the awesome Lough Bunnafreva comes into view. Veer S from here and snake your way to the summit revelling in the stupendous views as you go.

Noteable tracks include track/3820 and track/1774 Linkback: https://mountainviews.ie/summit/127/comment/4887/