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Discover Ireland's 7 nationally significant protected parks and their mapped geographic context.

National Parks in Ireland: An Atlas of Protected Landscapes and Regional Geography

This page serves as a focused atlas for Ireland's National Park designation, highlighting 7 protected areas recognized for their conservation and public significance. Explore the geographic distribution and landscape context of these nationally important parks across the island, offering a specific entry point into Ireland's broader protected lands inventory.

National Parks in Ireland: An Atlas of Protected Landscapes and Regional Geography

Understand the national significance of Ireland's national parks, showcasing diverse protected landscapes, from Atlantic coasts to mountain ranges.

Explore National Parks in Ireland: Key Protected Areas and Natural Heritage

Browse a comprehensive list of National Parks in Ireland, encompassing key protected areas such as Connemara, Wicklow Mountains, and Killarney National Park. These nationally significant conservation landscapes protect unique Irish ecosystems, offering vital insights into the country's diverse natural geography and heritage.

National park
Mapped parks7
Share of country parks100%
Largest mapped parkPáirc Náisiúnta na Mara280 km²
Oldest mapped parkKillarney National Park1,932
Parks in this designationScan the geographic distribution and diverse protected landscapes forming Ireland's National Park network.7
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Explore Ireland's National Parks: A Comprehensive Atlas of Protected Areas

Browse a curated list of all National Parks across Ireland, revealing their location, size, and core conservation focus. This focused atlas view enables a geographic comparison, illustrating how Ireland's nationally protected landscapes are distributed across diverse regions.

National parkMountain

Killarney National Park

Explore mapped boundaries and regional atlas context.

Killarney National Park is a significant protected area in Ireland, recognized as a national park for its unique natural attributes. MoriAtlas provides detailed mapping and geographic data to explore this protected landscape. Users can engage with the park's specific terrain, understand its mapped perimeters, and gain insights into its regional geographic significance, enhancing their overall atlas exploration experience.

102.89 km²1932TemperateModerate access
National parkCounty WicklowMountain

Wicklow Mountains National Park

Explore County Wicklow's mapped natural terrain and park boundaries.

Understand the geographic scope and protected landscape identity of Wicklow Mountains National Park. This page offers detailed information on its mapped boundaries and its context within County Wicklow, providing a foundation for atlas-based discovery of Ireland's natural areas. Explore how this national park contributes to the region's mapped geography and conservation landscapes.

205 km²1991TemperateModerate access
National parkMountain

Burren National Park

Explore its unique limestone pavement and geological formations.

Burren National Park offers a profound exploration of karst geology, featuring Ireland's most extensive and visually striking limestone pavement. The park's terrain displays a unique mosaic of exposed rock, swallow holes, and surprising pockets of vegetation, including rare Arctic-alpine and Mediterranean flora. As a protected national park, it preserves this scientifically significant landscape and offers a window into the dynamic interplay of geological forces and ecological adaptation within Western Ireland's regional geography.

15 km²1991TemperateAccess unknown
National parkCounty DonegalMountain

Glenveagh National Park

Mapped geography and natural terrain for Ireland's national park.

Delve into the geographic specifics of Glenveagh National Park, a protected area situated in County Donegal. This section provides detailed information on its mapped boundaries and regional landscape context. Understand how this national park fits within the natural geography of Ulster, offering a structured atlas view for detailed exploration of its unique terrain and protected status.

169.58 km²1986TemperateAccess unknown
National parkCounty GalwayMountain

Connemara National Park

Explore national park geography and protected terrain details.

Delve into Connemara National Park, a distinct national park located in the western region of County Galway, Ireland. This entry serves as a gateway to understanding its protected landscape, mapped boundaries, and its role within the broader geographic context of Connacht. Explore how this protected area contributes to the diverse natural terrain of Ireland, viewed through an atlas-driven discovery lens.

20 km²1980TemperateII
National parkCounty KerryMarineMountain

Páirc Náisiúnta na Mara

Explore mapped protected areas and regional geography.

This entry details Páirc Náisiúnta na Mara National Park, offering insights into its protected landscape character and geographic setting within County Kerry. As a significant protected area, it contributes to the atlas of Southwest Ireland, providing context for its natural terrain and mapped boundaries. Discover the park's unique identity and its position within the broader regional geography for structured exploration.

280 km²2024TemperateII
National parkCounty Mayo

Wild Nephin National Park

National Park with regional geographic context.

Explore Wild Nephin National Park, a significant protected area situated in County Mayo, Ireland. This entry focuses on the park's mapped boundaries and its unique natural terrain, offering a clear geographic perspective. Understand how this national park contributes to the diverse landscapes of western Ireland and serves as a key point for atlas-based discovery of protected lands.

150 km²1998TemperateII
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Continue Exploring Ireland's National Parks and Protected Landscapes

Deepen your understanding of Ireland's protected areas by continuing into the country's National Park designation. Examine the distinct geographic features and mapped park boundaries that define these nationally significant reserves, providing essential context for your broader landscape discovery.

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