Natural Wonders in Co. Wicklow
3 places
1.Lough Tay
Nicknamed Guinness Lake for its pint illusion
A dark, peaty lake ringed by Wicklow mountains whose white-sand shore makes it look exactly like a freshly poured pint of Guinness — visible only from the road above, but unforgettable from that very first glimpse.
- Highlights
- Nicknamed 'Guinness Lake' — dark peaty water with imported white sand creates the pint illusion
- Filming location for Vikings (Kattegat), Excalibur, Braveheart, and Irish Wish
- Set between Djouce Mountain (725 m) and Luggala (595 m) in the Wicklow Mountains
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2.Buckroney Dunes
Piebald ponies grazing the dunes
A hidden jewel of the Wicklow coast — a vast, untrammelled dune wilderness rich in wildflowers, birdlife and solitude, backed by a quiet shingle-and-sand beach.
- Highlights
- Wild, unspoilt dune system far quieter than neighbouring Brittas Bay
- Exceptional wildflower displays in spring and summer
- Piebald ponies grazing the dunes seasonally
- Facilities
- Good for kids · Dog-friendly
3.Powerscourt Waterfall
121-metre waterfall from Excalibur
Ireland's highest accessible waterfall thunders 121 metres down a rugged rock face at the foot of the Wicklow Mountains — a family-friendly destination for picnics, woodland walks, and sheer natural drama just 30 minutes from Dublin.
- Highlights
- 121-metre cascade — Ireland's highest accessible waterfall
- Filming location for Excalibur and the TV series Vikings
- Giant redwoods and 200-year-old oaks lining the drive
- Facilities
- Good for kids · Restrooms · Wheelchair access