The Trail Blazers Hiking Group

This is a hiking group based mainly around the Wicklow and Dublin mountains. We will also do hikes in other parts of Ireland and some trips abroad. It is an opportunity for like minded people to meet and explore the mountains together.

The hikes will be reasonably fast paced and if doing these hikes you are expected to have a good level of fitness and some hiking experience. Some hikes will be more suited to beginners, so please read the hike descriptions for details. We welcome adults of all ages.

Hikes will vary in distance and ascent, so take note of the hike distance, ascent and description before signing up. If you are unsure if you have the required level of fitness try one one of the shorter hikes for starters.

Everyone is responsible for their own safety during the hikes. While we have an event organiser who will decide on the route, all attendees should have the ability to find their way back to the start if they need to during the hike. A gpx file can be provided on request.

All hikes are free of charge. We therefore take no responsibility for minding people on the day.

Everyone is expected to have appropriate hiking gear for the terrain and weather conditions, boots/trail shoes, warm clothes, waterproof jacket and trousers. No jeans. Head torches are recommended during the darker months. Also bring sufficient food and water for the hike duration.

Signing up for hikes and not turning up without changing your RSVP to No may result in you being removed from the group.

Unfortunately, as we often hike across private land, we cannot accommodate dogs on any hikes.

Having fun and a laugh along the way is not mandatory but is actively encouraged :)