Forest Trails & Hillwalking

Beyond the Trees, Avondale

Journey beyond the trees at Avondale Forest Park, a special place where visionary and inspirational people have sown the seeds of...

Best Hiking Trails in the Arklow District if you're looking for a challenge!

Among the many trails within easy reach of Arklow, are several offering a nice challenge to the experienced hiker.

Avondale Forest Park

Avondale Forest Park, on the outskirts of Rathdrum, is situated 18km from Arklow. The impressive Avondale House, dating from the 1770’s...

Glenart Wood

Glenart Wood is situated to the south of the Avoca River and access is just 1.5km from Arklow Town centre. The Glenart Estate dates from the

Ballymoyle Hill

A short 9km drive north of Arklow, Ballymoyle Hill rises gently to a height of 240m above sea level, providing the walker with some...

Avoca Walking Tours

Avoca Walking Tours provide guided walking tours of the beautiful Vale of Avoca, just 10km from Arklow. Explore this amazing part of Wicklo

The Red Kite Walk Avoca

The Red Kite walk starts from the Car Park in the centre of Avoca Village just opposite St. Mary’s & St. Patrick’s Church, 10km from Arklow.

Sean Linehan Walk Aughrim

This walk starts in the quaint village of Aughrim, 15km from Arklow Town. The Sean Linehan Walk begins about 900m the village at the old...