Ice House Hill Park — Attraction in The Municipal District of Dundalk

Ice House Hill is located towards the northwesterly end of Dundalk Town. It is easily accessible by car and foot from the town centre. Having grown up near Ice House Hill, I have watched it change over the years, from the boggy fields and trees we would have played around as children, to the superb family amenity that it is today. There is now a pond, seating areas. and a very enjoyable walkway around the park. A lot of effort has been put into making the area what it is today. There is also the old underground tunnel, which is closed off today, but can still be viewed. The area is not very large by many park standards, but that's what actually makes it different. It has a comfortable relaxed feel to it, and especially during the winter period, when it looks so different. Ice House Hill is well worth a visit when in Dundalk, even if it is just for a...

Just around the corner, a great park for dog walking or family strolls. The Ice House and accompanying signs provide an insight to the history of the place. There's a well-designed pond at the centre of the park with resident ducks. Some benches around the park to relax if the weather allows. One side of the park runs parallel to the Dublin - Belfast railway line, which either interferes with the calm of the park or makes for a nice bit of train spotting, depending on your perspective. While the top of the Ice House hill offers a wonderful view of the immediate scenery, it can occasionally be misused as a loitering space and...

We're there every week and somehow not bored of it. It's OUR park. We are willing to share it but only if you leave nothing behind. . (3 bins on the northside, the south gate would definitely benefit from one).And don't give the ducks your white toasted pan or your cake please. It's lovely to chat with the locals who have been coming there for decades and can share some of their stories or the story of the park with you. Take note how they care and always pick up after their furry friends. Ice House Hill is...