The distinctive flat-topped shape of Knocknarea with the large 10m high tomb on top is a natural magnet from a long distance in Sligo, particularly to the west of the town and towards Strandhill. It's very visible from the N4.
One place to start from is at G6369 3394 A where there is a substantial carpark. The summit is then around 1300m NW which should take around 25 minutes at a leisurely pace. The view from the top is magnificent, including much of the Ox Mountains and the Dartrys such as the Castlegals and Benbulben, as well as the indented coastline of Ballysadare Bay and Sligo Harbour. Linkback: https://mountainviews.ie/summit/926/comment/5685/

A nice hike up Queen Maeves trail to the large cairn at the summit. This hike starts in the village of Strandhill, head East on the R277 until you reach the newly constructed trail up the North West side of the hill at G61946 35871 B. This will take you on a lovely trek through some woods and along sections of boardwalk up to the large cairn at the summit. It's possible to extend the walk by ascending down another trail on the East side of the hill and follow the road back around the West side of the hill into Strandhill. If doing this, a little detour to walk along The Secret Glen at G62471 33421 C is a must. The Venue Bar is a must for a few pints and food. Linkback: https://mountainviews.ie/summit/926/comment/20156/

This is a great hill for beginners or for someone who wants to give children a gentle introduction to the joys of hillwalking. From the sizeable carpark there is a stone path which winds its way past fields of cattle and horses up to a gate which is roughly halfway up the hill. After you pass through the gate there is a steepish grassy section for a bit, but if you take your time it is not too tiring. Before you know it you will be at the top where the views are wonderful. In particular, there is a great view of Benbulben keeping watch over the Sligo countryside. It is easy to see why WB Yeats was so fond of this part of the country. The photo shows the huge mound at the top of Knocknarea which is reputed to be Queen Maeve's tomb. Linkback: https://mountainviews.ie/summit/926/comment/5975/

Taken 27th jan 2011 , from Killery Mountain above Slish Wood. 297m + summit, just enough to see EVERYTHING that Sligo is famous for..... what a county. Linkback: https://mountainviews.ie/summit/926/comment/6222/

Walked up from the car park to the east. As others have said, brilliant views for a very short, easy walk, and the added interest of the huge burial cairn on the summit. Also saw a few other interesting things on the way up - a stoat disappearing into the undergrowth near the car park, and fossils in the rocks exposed by the path about half way up. Linkback: https://mountainviews.ie/summit/926/comment/18279/