Park & Trails Challenge Extended to End of August

There are a total of 24 walks to choose from across Dublin as part of this challenge. A mix of parks and trails have been chosen in each area, 6 of which are in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown located in Loreto Park, Kilbogget Park, Shanganagh Park, Deerpark, Fairy Castle Loop (Ticknock) and The Scalp Lookout (Barnaslingan) trails.

Helena Cunningham, Acting Chief Executive of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council commented:

“It’s great to see the four Local Authorities and other key partners work together on such a positive project and supporting all the local community using our parks and trails.”

Other key partners on this project include Coillte, the Dublin Mountain Partnership, Leave No Trace, Decathlon and Dublin.ie. These key partners have worked together to maximise the use of both technology and collaboration to increase the public awareness of such valuable local resources.

The challenge can be found on the Dublin Discovery Trails App all 24 locations are listed along with maps of each walk. Click here to visit the Dublin Discovery website and download the app.

How to enter:

• Download the Dublin Trails app from your app store or from the QR code on posters advertising the challenge.
• Go to the Active Cities Dublin Park & Trails Page.
• Click on the park you wish to walk in.
• A map of the park or trail will guide you to the banner where the specific QR code for each walk will be located.
• Scan the QR code - the app will record the QR codes.
• When you visit a location and scan your QR code, it will update your profile on the app. 
• Once you have scanned QR codes from a completed walk, you can then enter the competition.
• The app will direct you to the competition entry page.

This project was funded through the Dormant Accounts Fund and Active Cities. For more information, visit the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Sports Partnership website here or click here to email our Active Cities Officer.