How long does it take to walk the Wicklow Way?

about 5-7 days
Hiking along the beautiful lakes and valleys of Wicklow. At about 132km/82 miles long, most hikers take about 5-7 days to hike the Wicklow Way, with some extending it over 10 days.

Can you wild camp on the Wicklow Way?

The Wicklow Way, Co Wicklow There are plenty of spots to wild camp along the route, but if it’s a particular blustery day, keep an eye out for the three Adorandack shelters along the way at Mucklagh (Aughavannagh), Mullacor (Glenmalure) and Brusher’s Gap (Paddock hill).

Is the Wicklow Way hard?

I hiked the Wicklow Way in May 2017 from South to North, and I have since section hike pretty much the whole trail again several times. The is not particularly difficult trail and could be attempted by most newcomers to long-distance hiking.

Is the Wicklow Way well marked?

The Wicklow Way is also well-marked and with a paper map and GPS, I believe most hikers will feel comfortable in terms of navigation. With these stunning views and favourable logistics, I think it’s an ideal long distance trail for a first-timer.

What should I bring to the Wicklow Way?

Packing List for the Wicklow Way

  • Walking Socks.
  • Hiking Boots.
  • Underwear.
  • Hiking Trousers.
  • T-Shirt.
  • Waterproof jacket/top.
  • Fitbit.
  • High-Vis.

Where does the Wicklow Way start and finish?

The Wicklow Way begins in Dublin’s southern suburb of Rathfarnham and travels in a south-south-westerly direction across the Dublin and Wicklow uplands, then through the rolling hill country of southwest County Wicklow to finish in the small, County Carlow village of Clonegal 127 kilometres later.

Are dogs allowed on the Wicklow Way?

Dogs should be kept under close control and should only be brought onto hills or farmland with the landowner’s permission. Some public areas stipulate that dogs must be kept on a lead at all times, please adhere to local guidelines. Observe wild animals and birds from a distance.

How many people walk the Wicklow Way?

Typically completed in 5–7 days, it is one of the busiest of Ireland’s National Waymarked Trails, with up to 24,000 people a year walking the most popular sections….Wicklow Way.

The Wicklow Way (Slí Cualann Nua)
Use Hiking
Elevation
Elevation gain/loss 3,320 m (10,892 ft)
Highest point White Hill (630 m (2,067 ft))

How long is the Dingle Way?

179km
The Dingle Way is one of over 30 Irish long-distance walking trails. Situated in the south-west of the Ireland, the walk completes a circuit of the Dingle Peninsula, starting and finishing in Tralee, the capital of Kerry. The trail is 179km long and takes an adult who is reasonably fit an average of 8-9 days to walk.