Powerscourt Waterfall
Enniskerry, Ireland
Ireland’s highest waterfall, about 120 m, in a wooded estate park. It has its own entrance several kilometres from Powerscourt House.
At about 121 m (Fodor's gives 400 feet), Powerscourt Waterfall is the highest waterfall in Ireland. It lies on the Powerscourt Estate near Enniskerry in County Wicklow and feeds the River Dargle. Romantic-era writers and artists drew inspiration from it.
The approach from the gate lodge runs through old woodland of beech, oak, larch and pine, plus Californian redwoods planted after 1860. In 1858 the 7th Viscount Powerscourt set up a deer park here and brought Japanese sika deer to the estate.
Practical tips for road-trippers: the waterfall has its own entrance, several kilometres from the main house (Discover Ireland gives about 5 km). According to Discover Ireland parking is free, and one to one and a half hours are recommended for a visit. The grounds are considered family- and dog-friendly and have a playground for small children. From the Military Road a side road leaves at Glencree heading east towards Powerscourt (Wikivoyage). Admission and opening times change; check both in advance.
- Nearest town
- Enniskerry, Ireland
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 53.1455, -6.2035
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually June. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and July–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Ireland: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Drive on the left. Barrier-free toll on the M50 around Dublin. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Roundwood Caravan & Camping ParkCampsite9 km from Powerscourt WaterfallTents
- Wicklow Way CampingCampsite12 km from Powerscourt WaterfallTentsShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- Glendalough GlampingCampsite16 km from Powerscourt Waterfall
- Knockrobin GlampingCampsite19 km from Powerscourt Waterfall
- Camac Valley Tourist Caravan & Camping ParkCampsite23 km from Powerscourt WaterfallTentsCaravansMotorhomes
- Silver Strand Caravan ParkMotorhome stopover25 km from Powerscourt WaterfallMotorhomesElectricity
All campsites in Ireland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Powerscourt Waterfall?
Powerscourt Waterfall is in Enniskerry, Ireland, at GPS 53.1455, -6.2035. It is about 23 km from Dublin.
Can you camp near Powerscourt Waterfall?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Roundwood Caravan & Camping Park, about 9 km away; within 25 km there are 10 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Powerscourt Waterfall?
Powerscourt Waterfall is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Wicklow Mountains: the Military Road to Glendalough.
What is there to see near Powerscourt Waterfall?
Places worth a stop nearby: Lough Tay (6 km), Sally Gap (7 km), Glendalough (17 km) and Kilmainham Gaol (25 km).
When is the best time to visit Powerscourt Waterfall?
The most pleasant months are usually June. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and July–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)