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Copper Coast Geopark – Copper Coast UNESCO Global Geopark 06📷 Pocyun photograph, CC BY-SA 4.0

Copper Coast Geopark

Bunmahon, Ireland

Nature

A UNESCO geopark of coves, sea stacks and ruined 19th-century copper mine buildings along the R675. The visitor centre in Bunmahon explains the geology.

Nearest town
Bunmahon, Ireland
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
52.1370, -7.3710

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and July–October. (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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Campsites nearby

  • Casey's Caravan & Camping ParkMotorhome stopover
    13 km from Copper Coast Geopark
    Motorhomes
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Clonea ParkMotorhome stopover
    13 km from Copper Coast Geopark
    Motorhomes
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Newtown Cove Caravan ParkMotorhome stopover
    14 km from Copper Coast Geopark
    MotorhomesElectricityWi-Fi
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Bayview Caravan and Camping ParkMotorhome stopover
    14 km from Copper Coast Geopark
    TentsMotorhomesElectricity
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • The GetawayCampsite
    16 km from Copper Coast Geopark · 12 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Fitzmaurice Caravan ParkMotorhome stopover
    16 km from Copper Coast Geopark
    Motorhomes
    OSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Ireland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Copper Coast Geopark?

Copper Coast Geopark is in Bunmahon, Ireland, at GPS 52.1370, -7.3710. It is about 15 km from Tramore.

Can you camp near Copper Coast Geopark?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Comeragh Pods, about 12 km away; within 25 km there are 12 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Copper Coast Geopark?

Copper Coast Geopark is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Waterford’s Copper Coast and the Comeraghs.

What is there to see near Copper Coast Geopark?

Places worth a stop nearby: Mahon Falls (16 km), Ardmore round tower (32 km), Jerpoint Abbey (44 km) and Cahir Castle (46 km).

When is the best time to visit Copper Coast Geopark?

The most pleasant months are usually June. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and July–October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)