The Great Sugarloaf in Wicklow is one of Ireland’s most iconic peaks, famed for its striking conical shape, rich mythology, and breath-taking panoramic views stretching as far as Northern Ireland and Wales on clear days.
The Great Sugarloaf Hill Walking Event
The Great Sugarloaf Hill Walking Event
10 January 2026 - 1 August 2026
Our experience combines The Great Sugarloaf Way, a beautifully designed looped trail that winds around the base of the mountain, with the exhilarating ascent to the Summit.
This offers participants the best possible way to discover the region: immersive scenery + gentle trail walking + a rewarding mountain climb.
Whether you’re visiting Ireland for the first time or seeking an unforgettable outdoor experience near Dublin, this is the perfect blend of nature, culture, geology, and Celtic storytelling.
The route climbs roughly 380 m with similar descent, offering steady but manageable gradients. It covers about 7.5km. Expect a mix of country lanes and hillside paths with views towards the Wicklow Mountains.
Suitable for reasonably fit walkers, it provides a rewarding short outing without committing to a full-day trek.
The Great Sugarloaf rises sharply from the Wicklow landscape like a sentinel.
Its dramatic conical shape — formed from 400-million-year-old quartzite — makes it appear far higher than its true height, earning it a reputation as one of Ireland’s most striking natural landmarks.
- Saturday 10 January 2026
- Saturday 21 February 2026
- Saturday 21st March 2026
- Saturday 18th April 2026
- Saturday 9th May 2026
- Saturday 13 June 2026
- Saturday 11 July 2026
- Saturday 1st August 2026