Djouce Mountain Loop is a moderate-to-strenuous approximately 9 km upland loop in the Wicklow Mountains National Park. The most popular route begins from the JB Malone Memorial and follows forest track, boardwalk and open mountain trail to the Djouce summit before descending via Wicklow Way trails. Big views over Lough Tay, the Great Sugar Loaf and the Irish Sea. Allow 3–4 hours.
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Start at the JB Malone Memorial car park near Roundwood. The Djouce Mountain Loop is approximately 9 km — a moderate-to-strenuous upland loop climbing through forestry and open mountain terrain to the summit of Djouce Mountain before descending via boardwalk sections and Wicklow Way trails. Allow 3–4 hours. Terrain includes gravel forest roads, timber boardwalk, exposed mountain trail and uneven upland ground. Conditions can become wet and windy on higher sections.
A beautifully restored historic guesthouse on the Square in Tinahely — the Wicklow Way passes through the village. Double, twin and small-double rooms, all with private bathrooms. Self-service coded entry — arrive when it suits you.