Malahide Estuary Walk

About

A 7.8km looped walk starting from Bridgefield Car Park, heading along the Dublin Road and down to the Back Estuary. Quieter than the coastal path and excellent for birdwatching: the estuary is a Special Protection Area home to Brent geese in winter and a variety of wading birds year-round. The loop returns via Seabury and the Swords Road.

Highlights

• ✓Brent geese (winter)
• ✓Wading birds
• ✓Peaceful estuary scenery

Tips

• →Bring binoculars for birdwatching
• →Best at low tide when wading birds feed on the mudflats
• →The path can be muddy after rain

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