10 Nature & Parks in County Waterford That You Shouldn't Miss

September 22, 2021 Flossie Demartino

Discover the best top things to do in County Waterford, Ireland including Benvoy Beach, Mayfield Birds of Prey, Glenshelane Woods, Coumshingaun Lough, Tourin House and Gardens, Waterford Greenway, Mahon Falls (a.k.a. Eas na Machan), Clonea Beach, Mount Congreve House and Gardens, Anne Valley Walk.
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1. Benvoy Beach

Annestown Ireland
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Benvoy Beach

2. Mayfield Birds of Prey

Union Road Kilmacthomas Centre Workhouses, Kilmacthomas Ireland +353 86 213 4367 [email protected] http://www.falconryinireland.com
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Mayfield Birds of Prey

Currently Closed & Not Opened Again For Business Until 3rd September 2019 Booking in advance is essential. Mayfield Birds of Prey offers you an opportunity to meet, handle and fly a variety of these wonderful birds. This is an attraction suitable for all the family. We can guarantee excitement, fun and lots of photographic opportunites. The falconer can take you back in time to experience and participate in the ancient art of Falconry. An unforgettable experience will be had by all at Mayfield Birds of Prey.

Reviewed By amandasN8087EL - Dayton, United States

What can we say?!? A truly magical experience. Willie is so informative and passionate about his birds. He talked us through the whole process and made sure each of us was comfortable and all of the access that we wanted to the birds that day. We held owls, flew a Harris Hawk outdoors, and learned a lot about their care. It was a once in a lifetime experience!

3. Glenshelane Woods

Cappoquin Ireland http://www.walkingwaterford.com/cappoquinwalks/title,29042,en.html
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Glenshelane Woods

Reviewed By brianmR9070WD

The glen is without doubt one of the great hidden gems not just of Waterford but of the whole country. This is an area of great scenic beauty and of nature at its finest. Fantastic and well marked walks.

4. Coumshingaun Lough

Waterford Ireland
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Coumshingaun Lough

Reviewed By gaffneym

Best to do thhis on a sunny day to get the most out of it. To complete the hike up over and down takes around 3 and half hours, can be a bit dangerous bit of climbing involved would advise to bring proper hiking boots or runners. Also bring water and food with you. Once you reach the top the views are amazing if your bringing kids i would advise not to climb fully up over and down as concentration is required. U can bring kids to the lake there thou.

5. Tourin House and Gardens

Tourin, Cappoquin Ireland +353 58 54405 http://tourin.ie
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Tourin House and Gardens

Reviewed By chrisG7706AI - Cappoquin, Ireland

This is a beautiful garden that has many hidden delights just waiting to be explored. It has a gorgeous walled garden and is especially lovely in spring with with daffodils and crocus

6. Waterford Greenway

46 klm of old disused railway line now a cycle and pedestrian route between Waterford and Dungarvan., Waterford Ireland +353 58 45273 [email protected] http://www.visitwaterfordgreenway.com
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Waterford Greenway

Waterford Greenway is a spectacular 46 km off-road cycling and walking trail along an old railway line which runs between Waterford and Dungarvan. From the Viking City alongside the River Suir, out by Mount Congreve Gardens, through Kilmacthomas, across eleven bridges, over three impressive viaducts and through a 400m long tunnel; with wonderful views of the Comeragh Mountains and Dungarvan Bay.

Reviewed By renaultwrc - Waterford, Ireland

Absolutely fabulous, walking or cycling it's a pleasure, coastal and inland old railway line converted to this stunning Greenway, try pint in old world pub along the way or coffee or tea and scones in Kilmacthomas old workhouse ,you will return many times guaranteed

7. Mahon Falls (a.k.a. Eas na Machan)

Comeragh Mountains Ireland http://www.discoverireland.ie/Activities-Adventure/scenic-area-mahon-falls/44608
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Mahon Falls (a.k.a. Eas na Machan)

Reviewed By TarrenvdB - Ireland, null

The road leading to Mahon Falls is typically Irish: you desperately hope you don't meet anyone coming down the road towards you because it's so narrow!! The view is literally enough to turn an atheist agnostic. The Comeragh mountain tops are so high that the iuds were hiding them. There isn't a photograph that can do justice to the beauty and peace of the area. Some facts: 1) There is structured, free parking for visitors 2) Entry is free 3) It's in the mode of nowhere, so there's no toilets at the place 4) The pathway from the parking to the falls is longish, and very well maintained. Mostly wheelchair accessible 5) You can walk up the side of the falls too if you're fit and adventurous enough 6) There are lots of goats, and they leave lots of droppings all over the pathway 7) There's a bit of litter around as there're no dustbins anywhere. So if you're the litter pick up types, remember your picker, gloves and rubbish bag (to help people who's mammy didn't raise them right)

8. Clonea Beach

Dungarvan Ireland
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Clonea Beach

Reviewed By ClodaghG88 - Dublin, Ireland

Gorgeous beach - Lots of water sports available for all ages right on the beach & lifeguards on duty for safety too. Plenty of parking available if driving & also just off the Waterford Greenway, if cycling on a day trip. Dungarvan town is only a few minutes away with fantastic cafes & restaurants, & also on the scenic copper coastal drive as well.

9. Mount Congreve House and Gardens

Kilmeaden, Waterford Ireland +353 89 210 0260 http://www.mountcongreve.com
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4.5 based on 338 reviews

Mount Congreve House and Gardens

Reviewed By shopping-spraoi - Waterford, Ireland

Stunning gardens and trails. A lovely cafe. Just visit, its just stunning. I have visited on many, many occassions, its a beautiful alternative for lunch and because its so well shaded, a light breeze is the most you'll feel

10. Anne Valley Walk

Dunhill Ireland http://annevalley.ie
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4.5 based on 26 reviews

Anne Valley Walk

Reviewed By magsdfuff - Waterford, Ireland

Beautiful walk through nature at it's best. Take a picnic with you as no refreshments in annestown before you head back. Well worth a visit.

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