




Carrickgollogan Forest Trail offers mixed forest paths, coastal and Wicklow mountain panoramas, and the ruined industrial chimney/tower — great for landscape and atmospheric detail shots close to Dublin. Best at golden hour or overcast for mood; sunrise from eastern clearings lights Dublin Bay. Easy 1–2 hr loop, limited parking at Murphy's Lane, no facilities; weekends busy. Stroller- and dog-friendly paths; wear boots for side trails and explore old mine entrances respectfully.





Carrickgollogan Forest Trail offers mixed forest paths, coastal and Wicklow mountain panoramas, and the ruined industrial chimney/tower — great for landscape and atmospheric detail shots close to Dublin. Best at golden hour or overcast for mood; sunrise from eastern clearings lights Dublin Bay. Easy 1–2 hr loop, limited parking at Murphy's Lane, no facilities; weekends busy. Stroller- and dog-friendly paths; wear boots for side trails and explore old mine entrances respectfully.