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Sugarloaf Mountain

Kilmacanogue, Dublin, Ireland
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Ranked #54 of 222 attractions in Dublin
4.5 of 5 stars 12 Reviews
Type: Mountains
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Dublin, Ireland
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

If you just have 35 minutes to spare, drive up to Calary and park in the car park along the road. Great little climb and you can also run it if you are feeling energetic! More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

Not far from the city. You would ideally need a car for access. Wild and beautiful particularly when the sun shines. On the doorstep of the city More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012

Well, it's not the easiest of hills to get up in the Dublin mountains but the views and blueberries in the summer are well worth the exercise. I love the last bit of the climb where you almost have to scramble to get up to the top. The view of the Dublin and Wicklow mountains and the Irish sea is... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2012

I grew up in Wicklow, the first time i climbed the sugarloaf was when i was around 6 years old, i have climed it several times with my girlfriend in the last few years. Its a really nice walk with nice views of the area as you go up and then a great view of the coast from the top.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012
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sugar loaf in an imposing mountain about 15 miles from Dublin city centre. It looks like a volcano from the distance. The road brings you about half way up the mountain and 75% of the ascent is a nice stroll. The last bit, lots of lose schell ,is a bit difficult for small children and not recommended. The views from... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

fairly easy climb 20 minutes from car park about 2 km walk from bus stop More

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Dublin, Ireland
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Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

You can make a real walk of the Sugarloaf if you want; I normally do a 2-3 hour circuit route from Kilmacanogue village to the mountian top and back, but most people keep it simple. For the "simple" route, drive to lat/long 53.14412, -6.15436 and find a place to park. As with any place else, your car should be safe... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012

A nice rocky quartz outcrop in North-East Wicklow. Gets its poor rating due to the "inhabitants" that squat nearby (Calary Side or South Side) that leave the place littered with burnt-out vehicles and general filth. Not a secure place for any vehicle due to thefts and car crime. No public transport, no amenities locally. The village of Kilmacanouge is nearby... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

Amazing views of the wicklow mountains and Dublin bay, not too difficult for the children! More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2012
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Easy to hike, more like a stroll. Nice views from up high. The best part was on the cold day that we visited, there was a gent with a coffee truck selling coffee, lattes, hot chocolates and even Irish Coffees! More

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