Our Walks
Kilcoole is surrounded by some of County Wicklow's most scenic walking routes — from coastal paths along the shingle beach to quiet country lanes through ancient farmland.
Mass Path
4km · 1hr
Ballydonarea Loop
5km · 1hr to 1hr 30min
Coastal Path to Greystones
6km ·1hrs to 1hr 30min
Trial 01
Mass Path
This historic walk leads from Kilcoole to the parish church of Kilquade. The Mass Path features beautiful views of the countryside, an old walled garden, Kilquade church, and at the turning around point an opportunity to stop at a garden centre café for refreshments.
Start at the Upper Green (next to the Forester’s Hall). Follow the Green Arrows.At Kilquade Road, you can turn left to Kilquade Church and the Arboretum Cafe, or turn right to continue on the path to Farrankelly Road.
Once you cross Farrankelly Road at the roundabout, you can double-back and continue on the path to Drummin. This will take you to Delgany’s Blackberry Lane, or under the N11 to Downs village, from which you can access Downs Hill.
4.4km
Walk Length
1hr
Walk Duration
Trial 02
Ballydonarea Loop Walk
This popular walk leads from Kilcoole village to the sea using a farm lane and rural footpath, returning via Sea Road. The walk can be extended along the coastal path toward Greystones or Newcastle.
Start at the Rock of Kilcoole, an ancient Cambrian formation east of Main Street, with views stretching from Wicklow Head to Bray Head. From here, descend to Lott Lane and cross to the ruins of the Church of St Comgall, the ancient Christian site from which Kilcoole takes its name.
Follow the farm lane east past Ballydonarea House, through the fields and across two footbridges into the beach car park. Take Sea Road back to complete the loop.
5km
Walk Length
1hr - 1hr 30min
Walk Duration
Trial 03
Coastal Path
From the train station at the sea, you can walk north to Greystones along the beach or south to the Newcastle nature reserve. Along the way, enjoy long-distance views of the Wicklow Mountains and the nearer coastal hills.
9km
Walk Length
1hr 30mins to 2hrs
Walk Duration
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