Waterford Estuary Coastal Path – Dunmore East to Ballymacaw
PLEASE NOTE: The Dunmore East to Ballymacaw cliff path is closed at Portally Cove until further notice due to the cliff landslip and the public are advised to please not cross through any barriers.
Distance and time are for walking the trail one way only - please double if returning to Dunmore East. The trail can be walked as far as Portally Cove (about 2km) or Rathmoylan Cove (about 5 km) or to Ballymacaw Cove.
This walk follows a clifftop path stretching along the Waterford coast from Dunmore East as far as Ballymacaw Cove and includes steps, stiles, footbridges and stream crossings as well as some undulations. The first section as far as Portally Cove is ideal for those with a moderate level of fitness. Continuing to Rathmoylan Cove and on to Ballymacaw Cove offers a more challenging walk requiring a good level of fitness. Throughout there are fine sea views with many beautiful coves and inlets in the conglomerate red sandstone below while Hook Head with its lighthouse can also be seen. Keep an eye out for seabirds such as Kittiwake, Fulmar, Chough, Cormorant and Shag while an occasional seal could also pop its head out of the water.
Maps and other information
External Links
Trail Management
Facilities
In Dunmore East/At Trailhead: Car Parking, toilets, restaurants, cafes, shops, accommodation
Map Guides
Walk Waterford Booklet: From Sea to Mountains
OSI Maps
Public Transportation
Bus - timetables available at https://www.locallinkwaterford.ie/bus-timetables/
Martin Mc Cabe from Waterford