The scenic road leading to the pass weaves its way around the sharp cliff faces and past high corrie lakes.

[4] At its highest point it passes between the mountain peaks of Binn Dubh ('Beenduff') and Sliabh Mhacha Ré ('Slievanea').

[5] A twisty one-lane asphalted road leads to the pass.

[6] Vehicles over two tonnes in weight are prohibited from using the road in order to avoid difficulties in passing.

Bicycle ascent to the pass is one of the most famous and difficult climbs in Ireland.