Ticknock's Coillte-managed trail network sits on the north side of Three Rock Mountain, about 30 minutes from the city centre, and offers roughly 13 km of way-marked singletrack and forest road across six trails of varying difficulty. Fast, twisty descents alternate with technical rocky sections and fire-road climbs, and several viewpoints look out over Dublin city, Dublin Bay, and the Wicklow Mountains beyond. The on-site Trails Café makes it easy to combine a ride with a post-trail coffee.
| Price | Free (trails); bike hire from €35/day (~$38.50) |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1.5–4 hours depending on trail selection |
| Difficulty | Mixed: green (beginner) through black (advanced/technical) graded trails on the same network |
| Season | April–October for best conditions |
| Address | Tibradden Car Park, Dublin Mountains, County Dublin, D18 Ireland |
Activity facts
- Where
- Ticknock Forest Park, Dublin Mountains
Equipment
Helmet and mountain bike required; waterproof jacket; trail map at irishtrails.ie
Weather through the year in Ireland
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Average daytime temperature in °C. Figures are for Ireland.
Location
Tibradden Car Park, Dublin Mountains, County Dublin, D18 Ireland
53.2564, -6.2454 View on map
Highlights
- Six trails ranging from green beginner loops to black-graded technical descents
- On-site bike hire, wash station, and café at the main car park
- Panoramic views over Dublin city and bay from the upper trails
- Free trail access with free parking year-round
Tips for visiting
- Trails can close temporarily after heavy rain to protect the surface — check Coillte's site or Trailforks before travelling
- Beginners should start on the green-graded trails before attempting the black descents
- Hire a bike on-site at the Ticknock car park to avoid transporting one out from the city
- Layer up — it's noticeably colder and windier at the top of the trail network than in the city