Known as Ireland's Holy Mountain, Croagh Patrick was named for the national saint, Patrick, and is one of Mayo's best known landmarks.

Historically, this mountain had a history of pagan worship dating back to about 3000BC.

In 441AD St Patrick is said to have spent 40 days on the mountain fasting and praying for the Irish. Since that time, pilgrims have made the arduous journey up the mainly quartzite

slopes to the summit, often traveling barefoot, in St Patrick's honor. This tradition is especially celebrated on Reek or Garland Sunday, which is the last Sunday in July.

The trek begins in the village of Murrisk where there's a huge statue of the saint. It's a 2 hour trek for those fit enough to hill climb.

The mountain is 2510 feet to the top.