Wicklow Mountains National Park

Climbing in Wicklow Mountains National Park

Climbing and Cliff Adventures

The Wicklow Mountains offer some of Ireland's premier granite climbing and technical scrambling. This collection focuses on key routes and access points concentrated around the glacial valleys of Glendalough and Glenmalure. It includes the multi-pitch challenges of Great Gully Ridge and the dramatic glacial cirques of the North and South Prisons on Lugnaquilla. These sites provide varied terrain, ranging from established approach paths to steep cliff faces suitable for abseiling and technical ascents.

Climbing and Cliff Adventures — Map

A

Abseil

Designated cliff section utilized for controlled rope descents and technical training.

B

Great Gully Ridge

A prominent multi-pitch climbing route featuring granite terrain and technical ridge sections.

C

Abseil

Cliff face area equipped for abseiling and rope-based mountain activities.

D

Baravore Valley Lower

Granite cliff face located within the Glenmalure valley, frequently used for traditional climbing.

E

South Prison

Large glacial cirque on the southern flank of Lugnaquilla mountain, featuring steep rock walls and scree slopes.

F

North Prison

Dramatic glacial hollow on the northern side of Lugnaquilla, characterized by steep cliffs and winter climbing conditions.

G

Rock climbing access

Trailhead providing entry to established climbing routes on the nearby granite cliffs.

H

Rock climbing access

Footpath connecting the main valley trails to specific technical climbing sectors.

I

Rock climbing access

Steep approach path leading directly to the base of the climbing faces.

J

Rock climbing access

Dedicated access point for climbers entering the lower valley cliff areas.

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