Ireland’s National Parks
Ireland’s national parks preserve some of the country’s most spectacular landscapes, from ancient forests and lakes to mountain ranges and coastal scenery. Each park offers unique experiences for nature lovers, hikers, and wildlife enthusiasts.
Killarney National Park
County Kerry
Ireland’s oldest national park featuring lakes, mountains, and historic mansions. Home to the last remaining wild herd of native red deer.
Highlights
- Lakes of Killarney
- Muckross House & Gardens
- Torc Waterfall
- Ross Castle
Connemara National Park
County Galway
Dramatic mountains, expansive bogs, and heaths covering nearly 3,000 hectares. Famous for the Twelve Bens mountain range.
Highlights
- Diamond Hill Walking Trails
- Twelve Bens Mountains
- Native Connemara Ponies
- Visitor Centre & Nature Trails
Glenveagh National Park
County Donegal
Remote and hauntingly beautiful, featuring rugged mountains, pristine lakes, and a 19th‑century castle with gardens.
Highlights
- Glenveagh Castle
- Mount Errigal Views
- Golden Eagle Habitat
- Victorian Gardens
Wicklow Mountains National Park
County Wicklow
Mountains, lakes, and the historic Glendalough monastic site. Perfect for hiking and exploring Ireland’s ancient past.
Highlights
- Glendalough Valley
- Upper & Lower Lakes
- Monastic City
- Wicklow Way
The Burren National Park
County Clare
Unique limestone landscape with rare flora and archaeological sites. A moon‑like terrain meeting the Atlantic coast.
Highlights
- Limestone Pavements
- Rare Alpine Plants
- Ancient Dolmens
- Nature Trails
Ballycroy National Park
County Mayo
Ireland’s newest national park, featuring vast blanket bogs and the Nephin Beg mountains. A Dark Sky reserve.
Highlights
- Blanket Bog Ecosystem
- Dark Sky Reserve
- Nephin Beg Mountains
- Wild Atlantic Views