Mount Irau (Malay: Gunung Irau; Jawi: ڬونوڠ ايراو) is a high mountain located at the border of Pahang and Perak states, Malaysia. Part of the Titiwangsa Mountains, Irau's summit is 2,110 m (6,920 ft), making it the highest mountain in the Cameron Highlands region, as well as the 15th highest mountain in Malaysia.

Mount Irau
View of the Titiwangsa Mountains from the summit of Irau
Highest point
Elevation2,110 m (6,920 ft)
Prominence668 m (2,192 ft)
ListingSpesial Ribu
Naming
Native nameGunung Irau (Malay)
Geography
Mount Irau is located in Malaysia
Mount Irau
Mount Irau
Location in Malaysia
LocationCameron Highlands District, Pahang
Kampar District, Perak
Parent rangeTitiwangsa Mountains

Cold and misty mossy forest is the unique characteristic of Irau. One must hike about three hours to reach Irau from the base of the mountain.

It takes around 3-4 hours to reach the peak. Usually hikers will park their car at Cameron Square (Basement 2, Free parking) and they will take 4WD ride to go to the starting point of Irau.

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4°31′46″N 101°21′57″E / 4.52944°N 101.36583°E / 4.52944; 101.36583