Top of Coom Half

Churchground, Ireland • 23 Aug 2025

The Top of Coom Half is a challenging mountain running event held in Kilgarvan, County Kerry, Ireland. Covering 23 kilometers with an 850-meter climb, the race follows a horseshoe route around the hills above the upper Roughty River, including the four tops of Carran and the Barrnastooka area. The terrain is predominantly rough, open mountain blanket bog, demanding strong grip and endurance.

The course offers stunning views of Mid and West Cork and East and South Kerry, though weather can often be foggy. The race starts near Barrnastooka and finishes at the Top of Coom Pub, Ireland's highest pub, where prizegiving and refreshments take place. The event is part of the Munster Half-Marathon League and requires advanced mandatory safety kit. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

23 km
850 m+
Half-Marathon 23.00 Km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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