Wicklow Mountains National Park

Bray, Laragh, Co Wicklow, Ireland

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Introduction

Wicklow Mountains National Park is located in County Wicklow, Ireland. It is one of the six national parks managed by the Irish Heritage Department and covers an area of 204.8 square kilometers. Since its establishment in 1991, the park has been popular among tourists and history enthusiasts. Situated between the Wicklow Mountains, the park is known for its famous upper and lower lakes and captivating scenery, earning it the nickname "Dublin's backyard." The park is rich in natural resources, including mountains, bogs, and lakes, with diverse landforms and vegetation layers. It is home to many wildlife species such as red deer, fallow deer, rabbits, crows, and falcons. Red deer is one of the rare species that migrated to Ireland during the Ice Age 1000 years ago and has been living here since then. Michelle Obama once visited with her two daughters, Malia and Sasha.

Address

Bray, Laragh, Co Wicklow, Ireland

Phone +353-404-45425