Oaklands Trail
(Kelly’s Wood)
Grade: Easy
Distance: 2.8km (1.75 miles)
Waymarking: Red
Trailhead: Oaklands Car Park
Sat Nav: 52.378552, -6.957105
Parking: Oaklands Car Park
Trail Description
The Oaklands trail is set in a tranquil looped walk around a natural oak-dominated wood, elevated in part and overlooking a fishing pond.
Don't Miss...
- During your walk you will notice the downy birch which is often abundant in the canopy with oak. There is often an understorey of holly, with some rowan. The ground flora typically includes species such as woodrush, bilberry and ferns. The ground flora here may include primrose, wood anemone and bluebell.
Useful Trail Information
OSI Discovery Map Series 76
Grid Reference: S 711 256
Ascent: 23m
Walking time: 45 minutes
Format: Loop
Surface: Mixed Surfaces
Gates/Stiles: Yes
Start/Finish: Trailhead
Equipment Recommended: Specific outdoor walking footwear and clothing is recommended.
Other Useful Information
Mobile Coverage: Generally good
Picnic Area: none
Public Toilets: New Ross
Facilities: New Ross
Dogs: Dogs must be kept under control at all times. You must clean up after your dog if it fouls in a public place.
Getting Here
Directions: The trail head is located at the carpark for the Oaklands fishing lake. In New Ross take the Campile Road, R733 off the N25 Ring Road. Heading south travel for 1km until you come to the Oaklands Lake, see sign on the left hand side and enter the carpark. It is possible to walk to the trail from New Ross town by using a public footpath along the R733 Road
These trails are located in Coillte owned forests.
Wexford Walking Trails clg appreciates the support and co-operation of Coillte under their Open Forest Policy.
Trail Grades
Trail grades give an indication of what to expect when out on a trail. The grade will give an idea of the level of fitness and ability required to use the trail.
Before attempting a trail, it is important to consider the grading to ensure it matches your ability and level of fitness.
Wexford Walking Trails are graded by Sport Ireland according to their criteria which is explained here.
Multi-Access
Flat smooth trails, suitable for all users including people with reduced mobility, wheelchair users, people with a vision impairment, using crutches, with a buggy, with small children, older people and so on. Normal outdoor footwear can be worn. Source : Sport Ireland
Moderate
These trails may have some climbs and may have an uneven surface where the going is rough underfoot with some obstacles such as protruding roots, rocks, etc. The routes are appropriate for people with a moderate level of fitness and some walking experience. Specific outdoor walking footwear and clothing is recommended. Source : Sport Ireland
Easy
Generally flat trails with a smooth surface and some gentle slopes or shallow steps. These trails are generally suitable for family groups including children and older people. Normal outdoor footwear can be worn. Source : Sport Ireland
Strenuous
These are physically demanding trails, which will typically have some sections with steep climbs for long periods and the going underfoot can be extremely rough including many obstacles. Suitable for users accustomed to walking on rough ground and with a high level of fitness. Specific outdoor walking footwear and clothing required. Source : Sport Ireland