Derrybawn Mountain Lodge
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- Mountain refuge in the Wicklow Mountains National Park
- Five minutes' drive from Glendalough and 40 from Dublin outskirts
- A 15-minute drive from the highest pub in Ireland
Campground type
Languages spoken
English
German
Russian
Portuguese
Simplified Chinese
Open from Thu, Jan 1 2026 to
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Pétanque Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Remote location Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
VineyardAccessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Derrybawn Mountain Lodge
Old Military Road
Cullentragh Big
Wicklow
Co. Wicklow
Republic of Ireland
A67 PW61
Timezone
Europe/Dublin GMT (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.99151°N
-6.30997°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Silver Strand | 12.7 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Excellent | Good |
Brittas Bay North | 13 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Brittas Bay South | 13 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Greystones South | 14.8 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Bray South Promenade | 17.1 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Reviews
would recommend this campground to a friend
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Back to basics reset on life. Andrew was a fantastic, interesting and…
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Mountainside Forest Basecamp primitive forest floor tent campsite
Liked: Back to basics reset on life. Andrew was a fantastic, interesting and knowledgeable host. We felt very welcomed and he was full of top tips for days out and local dining. The site was peaceful and natural in a beautiful national park forest. The local hikes were stunning and the people super friendly. To see my 11 year old skipping with joy and leaving his phone to one side in favour of whittling was a joyful sight.
Disliked: Nothing. If you go there knowing it’s a wild camping experience you won’t be disappointed.
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Amazing facilities and stunning remote area, grma!
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Mountainside Forest Basecamp primitive forest floor tent campsite
Liked: Had such an amazing stay. The isolated location was perfect for our country break from the city! Andrew was an extremely welcoming and helpful host… as we we came quite poorly prepared he told us of lots of hikes, swimming spots and opportunities in the local area. The campsite has its own well and the water was the nicest we’ve ever tasted. We were lucky to be the only people on the campsite and enjoyed a wholesome night by the campfire! We will definitely be returning in the future!
Disliked: The only thing I will say, is if you want to experience Glendalough and Wicklow to its fullest you will need a car.
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Perfect if you want wild camping, with basic features of a campsite.
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Mountainside Forest Basecamp primitive forest floor tent campsite
Liked: Everything! We travelled as a group of x2 families with children. I feel like this is the closest you can get to wild camping, whilst still having the luxury of a guaranteed spot and a toilet! The surroundings are magical with so much to do - walks to Glendalough, swimming in nearby rivers, or just chilling in the beautiful & peaceful camp. If you want to glamp, this is not the best place for that. If you want an authentic camping experience (i.e close to nature), then this is the perfect place. You'll wake up to the sound of birds singing and hens clucking. Andrew was great with the kids, keeping them entertained - teaching them about nature, hunting for fresh eggs. The campsite backs onto the Wicklow way where you can walk directly to Glendalough, with magical views along the way.
Disliked: Nothing
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Quirky - not your average campsite experience!
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Mountainside Forest Basecamp primitive forest floor tent campsite
Liked: Eco feel, close to nature, very friendly host and not being on a crowded campsite. Great communication from Andrew
Disliked: Pitch was a bit lumpy (but OK) and felt a bit "random".
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The location was perfect and so close to Glendalough. The host was…
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Mountainside Forest Basecamp primitive forest floor tent campsite
Liked: The location was perfect and so close to Glendalough. The host was brilliant and couldn’t have been more welcoming.
Disliked: The land itself has so much potential would love to see it transformed to what could be an amazing destination stay
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From the manager: Derrybawn Mountain is a forest floor, nature-based pitch, and has no plans to open a commercial campsite. There is a lovely commercial campsite (400 pitches) in Rathdrum, with excellent facilities. For mountain access, forest experience, and trekking from doorstep, visit us any time.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Derrybawn Mountain Lodge have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Derrybawn Mountain Lodge dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Derrybawn Mountain Lodge? If you’ve not had enough hiking locally, don’t worry – there’s plenty more not far away. Avondale House and Forest Park (15 minutes’ drive), the waterfalls at Devil’s Glen (20 minutes) and … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Derrybawn Mountain Lodge?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: noon On-park accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 12:30 p.m.