Dalkey Quarry

Dalkey Quarry is a granite climbing area with three main sectors offering over 350 different routes on rock walls. The climbs range from 10 to 35 meters in height and span from beginner to expert difficulty levels.

The quarry operated from 1815 to 1917 as a granite extraction site for major Dublin harbor projects. After quarrying stopped, climbers discovered the rock walls and transformed the abandoned site into a training ground.

The quarry has been a gathering place for climbers since the 1940s and plays an important role in Irish rock climbing culture. Visitors experience a tight-knit community that values traditional climbing methods and outdoor skills.

The site is relatively easy to access and requires only basic climbing gear for most routes. Visitors should prepare for changing weather conditions and wear appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes.

Granite from this quarry was shipped to Newfoundland in the 1800s and used to build the Basilica of St. John the Baptist. This connects Dalkey to an often-overlooked chapter of Irish-North American construction history.

Location: Dublin

Elevation above the sea: 82 m

Made from material: granite

GPS coordinates: 53.27110,-6.10690

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:08