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Vartry Upper Reservoir – Vartry Reservoir loop from Roundwood

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Vartry Upper Reservoir – Vartry Reservoir loop from Roundwood

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Vartry Upper Reservoir – Vartry Reservoir loop from Roundwood

02:11

19.7km

100m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 16, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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2.77 km

Vartry Upper Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Vartry Upper Reservoir, located near Roundwood in County Wicklow, is part of a significant water supply system that serves Dublin city. Completed in 1923, it has a capacity of …

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6.28 km

Vartry Reservoir Upper

Lake

3

12.5 km

Vartry Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

This reservoir was formed between 1862 and 1868 by constructing a dam across the river Vartry. Around the reservoir is plenty of thriving wildlife, flora and mountain views to take in.

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4

14.7 km

Grass Beach at Vartry Reservoir

Highlight • Beach

A beautiful waterside walk that is very accessible and with a user friendly footpath. Good views out over the reservoir.

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19.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.1 km

4.31 km

4.15 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.7 km

4.03 km

529 m

377 m

< 100 m

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Tuesday 12 May

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