Wicklow Way · Stage 03
Tinahely → Moyne
Out of Tinahely into the Ballinglen hills. Open moorland, long views, and the first real sense of the Wicklow uplands.
17 km
Distance
5–6 h
Typical time
450 m
Total climb
Moderate
Difficulty
Stage 3 route notes
How the day unfolds
- Climb out of Tinahely via the Bullaun road. First proper ascent of the Way — steady rather than steep.
- Across Ballinglen Hill and onto open moorland. Exposed in bad weather; full waterproofs essential.
- The first 360° Wicklow views: the Blackstairs to the south, the central Wicklow Mountains ahead.
- Long descent through forestry into the Moyne valley. Cross the Aughrim River.
- Finish in Moyne village. Small hamlet — one pub, one B&B. Book ahead.
Route map
Stage 3 on Komoot
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Stage 3 GPX file
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Moyne accommodation
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