Discover the Enchanting River Glenmacnass Valley

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start from the nearest major town, which is Bray. From Bray, take the R117 road towards Enniskerry. Follow the R117 until you reach the N11. Merge onto the N11 and continue heading south. Take the exit toward R755 for Glendalough. Follow the R755 for approximately 12 km, enjoying the scenic views. When you reach the roundabout at Laragh, take the second exit onto the R756 towards Glenmalure. After about 5 km, you will see signs for the Glenmacnass Waterfall. Park in the designated parking area near the waterfall, and from there, follow the marked hiking trail towards River Glenmacnass Valley, which is approximately a 30-minute hike from the waterfall.

• Public Transportation

  To reach River Glenmacnass Valley using public transportation, take a bus from Dublin to Wicklow Town (Bus Eireann or similar services). Once in Wicklow Town, transfer to a local bus towards Glendalough or Laragh (check local schedules as they may vary). Get off at the nearest stop to the Glenmacnass Waterfall. From there, you will need to walk approximately 30 minutes along the marked hiking trail to reach River Glenmacnass Valley. Be sure to check the bus schedules in advance, as services may be limited, especially on weekends.

• Hiking from Nearby Locations

  If you are already in the Wicklow Mountains, you can hike to River Glenmacnass Valley from various nearby trails. One option is to start from the Wicklow Way trail. Follow the Wicklow Way signs towards Glendalough, and then take the trail that leads to Glenmacnass Waterfall. From the waterfall, continue on the marked path towards River Glenmacnass Valley. This hike can take approximately 1 to 2 hours depending on your pace and the trail conditions.