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Description Did You Know Walk details

There are three walking trails within the environs of the Kilbarry Nature Park itself and all are accessible to people with reduced mobility. The parkland is an oasis of calm located adjacent to Waterford City. St. John’s River Walk was initially developed as 2.2km linear shared walking and cycling path running parallel to St. John’s Riverand the R675 between Tramore Road Roundabout and
Ballindud Road Roundabout. It is possible to visit the city centre and extend your walk by parking in Bolton Street Car Park a mere 5 minutes from the Waterford Viking Triangle in the heart of Ireland’s Oldest City. This option takes walkers through the People’s Park, Waterside and Miller’s Marsh heading out towards the Tramore Road Roundabout.

How to get there

Exit Waterford City Centre via the R675 Tramore Road. At the Tramore Road Roundabout take the second exit and enter via the entrance to the Kingfisher Club where you will find public car parking at Kilbarry Nature Park.

Did You Know

Kilbarry Nature Park is a safe, secure and accessible amenity in the heart of Waterford City which encompasses an integrated wetland, wildflower meadows, Kilbarry Bog and promotes good practice in the management of native flora and fauna. A former municipal landfill site, the area has been re-mediated to create a popular space for the community. Waterford City & County Council has been entrusted to do this in a sustainable and socially inclusive manner which seeks to protect and enhance biodiversity within the City bounds.

Walk details

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Trail name

St. John’s River Walk

Waterford Nature Park Walks

Grade

Easy

Multi access

Distance

4.5km/9km (return)

Kilbarry Landfill Loop: 2km
Stone Saunter: 1.7km
Meadow Meander: 2.1km

Type

Linear

Loops

Estimated time

1 hr 15mins/2.5hrs

40 mins

Terrain

Gravel paths, shared
cycle/walking path, foot
paths

Parking & trailhead

Kilbarry Nature Park
Public Car Park
Longer option:
Bolton Street Car Park

Trailhead grid ref/GPS

76, S 601 108
52.24201, -7.12174

Nearest village

Waterford City

Minimum gear

Runners, trekking
shoes, rain gear,
water, mobile phone

Dogs allowed

On lead

Overview

Discover a different side of Ireland’s oldest city with a leisurely stroll through Waterford’s riverside paths and green spaces. From the tranquil banks of John’s River to the wild beauty of Waterford Nature Park and the elegant charm of People’s Park, these city walks offer the perfect escape into nature — all just minutes from the city centre. Whether you’re after a peaceful morning walk, a family outing, or a spot to watch the world go by, Waterford’s parks and pathways make it easy to slow down and explore at your own pace.