A 4 hour loop, the Spinc and Wicklow Way trail showcases much of the Glendalough area’s famed pastoral scenery. A high mountain route - the total ascent is 490m - the trail is considered strenuous.
Traversing rough mountain track and forest roads, the route ascends on a steep path by idyllic Poulanass Waterfall, up to a boardwalk. Wooden steps then lead walkers to a viewing point boasting astounding vantage points over the placid Glendalough Upper Lake.
This spectacular trail then circles under Lugduff Mountain before entering the lush mountain valley along forest road and back to your start point.
After your loop, a stop in the nearby pictorial village of Laragh is recommended for some welcome rest and refreshment.
Trail details
- Type:
- Walking Trail
- Location:
- Glendalough Trails
- Grade:
- Very Difficult
- Format:
- Loop
- Length:
- 10.40km
- Ascent:
- 490m
At trailhead: Car park, toilets and tea/coffee/etc. nearby
• Knowns as ‘the valley of the two lakes’, Glendalough is renowned for its spectacular scenery, archaeological history and wildlife diversity. On this trail the views over Glendalough Upper Lake are simply stunning.
• The boardwalk section before the turn off for Lugduff Mountain is the ideal stretch to spot deer, kestrel, merlin and raven from.
• Make sure to stop for a few moments by placid Poulanass Waterfall and the crystalline water basin beneath it.
