The Knockmealdown via Sugarloaf Hill is a 5 mi looped trail that starts and ends in Ballyin, Ireland. The trail is considered to be easy to hike and has a total elevation gain of 2188 ft. Normally the trail takes 1 day to complete but can be finished in less than a day. Either you are not allowed to bring your dog on the Knockmealdown via Sugarloaf Hill or it is generally not advised. The warmest months are June, July, and August and the coldest months are December, January, and February. The wettest months are March, April, and May and the driest months are June, July, and August.Photo Credit:Eric Jones