Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Ireland

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If your dog likes to ruff it, bring Fido hiking in Ireland. Our dog friendly hiking section includes everything from easy one-hour walks to fantastic overnight trips in Ireland that won’t be soon forgotten. Seriously, go take a hike!

Pet Friendly Curraghchase Forest Park
Curraghchase Forest Park Curraghchase Forest Park, located near Kilcornan, IE is pet-friendly. With more than 740 acres to explore, leashed dogs are welcome in the parkland, on the trails that lead through mixed woodland and alongside lakes, and at the arboretum at Curragh Chase. The former home of the de Vere family still has a grand house sitting on the hill overlooking the main car park and a man-made lake. There are six walking trails that range from an easy loop trail, multi-use pathways, the Curragh Trail and the Glenisca Trail. See Details
Pet Friendly Howth Head Walks (Cliff Path Loop)
Howth Head Walks (Cliff Path Loop) The Cliff Path Loop, which is a part of the Howth Head Walks, is a pet-friendly trail on the coast near Howth and Dublin, IE. You and your leashed pooch can follow the green arrows to get a great view of Lambay Island, Ireland’s Eye and Dublin Bay as you walk around this 5-mile loop trail. See Details
People's Park People's Park in Limerick, IE, is pet friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the paved pathways lined with colorful flowers that wind through this pretty park in downtown Limerick. Visit the historic bandstand, drinking fountain and enjoy the shade of a selection of mature, deciduous and evergreen trees. See Details
Lismore Castle Gardens Lismore Castle Gardens is the oldest cultivated gardens in Ireland and a pet-friendly attraction in Waterford, IE. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners in the gardens that sprawl over ten acres set within the outer defensive walls with three distinct parts: the Reilig Garden, the Upper Garden, and the Lower Garden.

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Brigit's Garden & Café Brigit's Garden & Café is a pet-friendly botanical garden in County Galway, IE. Leashed dogs are welcome to explore the Celtic-themed gardens surrounded by 11 acres of wildflower gardens. Afterward, find a table at the light-filled garden café and enjoy refreshments with a view of the garden. See Details
Clare Glens Loop Clare Glens Loop is a pet-friendly trail in County Limerick, IE. Share an easy hike with your whole pack along forest paths next to the river. Divided into a shorter trail just over a mile and a longer trail that stretches over two miles, this trail is ideal for all levels of hiking hound. See Details
Marlogue Woods Forest Recreational Area Marlogue Woods Forest Recreational Area is a pet-friendly old oak woodland full of trails near Cobh, IE. Hike with your hound on the easy loop trail just under 3 miles that will lead you through the forest to an old stone beach. See Details
Stephenstown Pond Stephenstown Pond is a pet-friendly park in Dundalk, IE, where your leashed pooch can join you for a walk along the trail that surrounds a beautiful wildlife pond. After a stroll, head to the park's very own eatery, The Willow Tree Cafe, for a snack you can enjoy on the outdoor tables. Other amenities at the recreation space include a playground, nature walk and Agnes Burns cottage. See Details
Knockfierna Walking Trail Knockfierna Walking Trail is a pet-friendly path in Ballingarry in County Limerick, IE. This moderate trail is around six miles in length and takes you to the top of a hill with great views of the county. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners. See Details
Clifden Castle Clifden Castle is home to a pet-friendly trail in County Galway, IE. Dogs are welcome on this scenic trail that winds along country pathways to the historic remains of Clifden Castle built in 1812. Be sure to keep your pooch leashed during the walk as the fields are full of livestock. See Details
Doneraile Court Doneraile Court and Estate is a pet-friendly historical landmark north of Cork, IE. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on a walk through the gorgeous gardens and parkland estate of North Cork's "real-life Downton Abbey." Located on the banks of the Awbeg River, this picturesque estate is a great place to go for an afternoon stroll with your pooch. See Details
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden in County Galway, IE is pet-friendly. Located an hour from Galway, Kylemore Castle was built in the late 1800s and features the largest walled gardens in Ireland. While dogs are not permitted inside the abbey itself or on the shuttle bus, pups on a leash are invited to explore the grounds by your side. See Details
Baltimore Beacon Walk Baltimore Beacon Walk is a pet-friendly trail in County Cork, IE. Located on the Wild Atlantic Way, this whitewashed tower guards the entrance to the harbor and is the city's major landmark. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the coastal trail that leads to the beacon, which is rated easy and is just over a mile in length. See Details
The Living Bridge The Living Bridge is a pedestrian bridge in Limerick, IE. Ireland's longest pedestrian bridge crosses the River Shannon and connects the two campuses of the University of Limerick in County Limerick and County Clare. Leashed dogs are welcome. See Details
Carrigogunnell Castle Carrigogunnell Castle is a historical landmark near Limerick, IE. The history of these castle ruins stretches all the way back to the 13th century. This pet-friendly attraction welcomes visitors to wander under two miles with their leashed pooch from nearby Clarina Village to reach the ruins on the banks of the River Shannon. See Details
Canon Sheehan Loop Canon Sheehan Loop is a pet-friendly walking trail in Charleville, IE, on the border between Limerick and Cork counties. Explore forests, natural bridges and more along this moderate path through the countryside of Ireland. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners. See Details
Connemara National Park Connemara National Park is a pet-friendly national park in Co. Galway, IE. Here, you'll discover mountains, bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands on a variety of pet-friendly trails. Leashed dogs are welcome on the Lower and Upper Diamond Hill Loop, a popular 4.4-mile moderate trail that leads to stunning views; the easy Sruffaun Boy Trail, a 1-mile loop trail; and Maumonght and Bencullagh, a challenging 5+ mile out-and-back trail, and at a number of other trails. See Details
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