[RWD version 1 ] When approached from the north, this is a challenging climb, which would not be recommended in poor conditions due to the steepness on all sides and the grassy, occasionally slippery terrain underfoot.
Parking at the side of the road opposite a gate, where there is room for several cars. Go through gate onto a track, which was very muddy when I did it. The gently rising track continues for about 1km, crossing several small footbridges and a stile. There are beautiful views all the way as you follow An Scoraid River.
About 100m before you reach the north end of Lough Adoon, swing SW towards the ridge rising up to the summit. From here the northern end of the mountain seems razor-sharp, but is in fact about 10m wide. Continue SSE up the steepening slope, the terrain being mostly grass with the occasional boulder. The views higher up the slope are spectacular with Lough Adoon to the east and Loch Chom Callain to the west at the foot of the towering Slievanea. The final section of the climb is very steep and requires some scrambling up a grassy slope with steep inclines left and right and great care should be taken here. The mountain has a fine aspect, appearing as a perfect looming triangle, and the summit area is just a few metres wide and broad. Returning the same way I recommend that you make the initial descent in a seated position as it is too steep to safely walk down. A great climb with wonderful views, and should be saved for a fine day with good conditions, if only for safety’s sake.