Wicklow Way : Dublin to Clonegal

by Megarry, Jacquetta

• ISBN13: 9781898481140
• ISBN10: 1898481148
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-03-01
• Publisher: Interlink Pub Group Inc

Summary

The Wicklow Way is Ireland's first and most popular waymarked long-distance walk, running from Marlay Park (on the southern edge of Dublin) to Clonegal, 82 miles (132 km) to the south. It offers varied and scenic walking on the flanks of the Wicklow mountains with loughs, rivers, historic remains, glorious views, and pathways rich in wildlife.

Table of Contents

Introduction	4	(2)
Planning to walk the Way
Altitude, pace and navigation	6	(2)
Safety, weather and walking alone	8	(1)
Dublin to Clonegal, or vice versa?	9	(1)
The southernmost section	10	(1)
How long will it take?	11	(3)
Planning your travel	14	(1)
When is the best time of year?	14	(1)
Responsible walking	15	(1)
Dogs	16	(1)
Accommodation	16	(2)
What to bring	18	(1)
Notes for novices	19	(1)
Packing checklist	19	(1)
Kilometres and miles, metres and feet	20	(1)
Background information
Glendalough	21	(5)
History	26	(2)
Geology and scenery	28	(3)
Habitats and wildlife	31	(3)
The Way in detail
Marlay Park to Glencree	34	(5)
Glencree to Oldbridge	39	(5)
Oldbridge to Glendalough	44	(3)
Glendalough to Glenmalure	47	(3)
Glenmalure to Iron Bridge	50	(3)
Iron Bridge to Tinahely	53	(3)
Tinahely to Clonegal	56	(5)
Reference
Development of the Wicklow Way	61	(1)
Further reading and contact details	61	(1)
Weather, hostels and transport	62	(1)
Glossary and pronunciation guide	62	(1)
Notes for novices	62	(1)
Maps and acknowledgements	63	(1)
Index	64