Publications & Resources

This page gives an overview of some of the resources that we have produced to help you fully explore the area you're interested in.

 

General Interest

Discover Trail Walking An introduction to trail walking
Walk Safely
Discover Cycling: An Introduction to Cycling

Trail Development

Trail Registration Process
Walking Trails Criteria for Ireland (2020)
Walking Trails Criteria for Ireland (Old Version)
Classification and Grading for Recreational Trails
A Guide to Planning and Developing Recreational Trails in Ireland
Recreation in the Irish Countryside - Property Rights. Obligations and Responsibilities
Greenway Branding Guidelines
Great Outdoors - A Guide for Accessibility
Setting New Directions - A Review of National Waymarked Ways in Ireland
A Guide for Planning and Developing Small Vessel Water Trails in Ireland
Blueway Management and Development Guide

Forms (Walking)

Walking Trail Planning Questionnaire
Trail Maintenance & Monitoring Plan
Maintenance & Monitoring Form
Trail Repair Worksheet
Registration Inspection Request Form
Permissive Access Template

Forms (Cycling)

Initial Trail Planning Questionnaire
Trail Registration Inspection Request Form