Sally Gap
Roundwood, Ireland
A lonely crossroads on the Military Road amid open blanket bog, the highest part of the drive through the Wicklow Mountains.
- Nearest town
- Roundwood, Ireland
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 53.1375, -6.3132
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually June–July. Cold, short days in December–February. (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 ParkCampsite10 km from Sally GapTents
- Wicklow Way CampingCampsite10 km from Sally GapTentsShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- Glendalough GlampingCampsite14 km from Sally Gap
- Camac Valley Tourist Caravan & Camping ParkCampsite20 km from Sally GapTentsCaravansMotorhomes
- Knockrobin GlampingCampsite23 km from Sally Gap
- Moat Farm CampingMotorhome stopover24 km from Sally GapMotorhomesElectricityDrinking water
All campsites in Ireland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Sally Gap?
Sally Gap is in Roundwood, Ireland, at GPS 53.1375, -6.3132. It is about 11 km from Enniskerry.
Can you camp near Sally Gap?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Wild camping spot (legal), about 6 km away; within 25 km there are 9 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Sally Gap?
Sally Gap is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Wicklow Mountains: the Military Road to Glendalough.
What is there to see near Sally Gap?
Places worth a stop nearby: Lough Tay (5 km), Powerscourt Waterfall (7 km), Glendalough (14 km) and Kilmainham Gaol (23 km).
When is the best time to visit Sally Gap?
No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually June–July. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)