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Beyond Dundalk / Family days / Dundalk outskirts

Stephenstown Pond Nature Park

A playground, a picnic and a lap of the lake.

The lake at Stephenstown Pond Nature Park
Photo: Visit Louth
Outside Dundalk / Wider-area day trip

Explore this nearby attraction, then return to Dundalk town for food, shopping and a stay with BID-area businesses.

Stay in Dundalk Eat & drink in town

Make a day of it.

A nature park near Knockbridge with lakeside walks, woodland, wildlife and a children's playground. Take an unhurried wander, learn about the local flora and fauna, then stop at the coffee shop. Agnes Burns Cottage adds a connection to the family of Robert Burns.

The good bits

  • Lakeside walk
  • Playground
  • Coffee shop
  • Outdoors
  • Family day out
  • Parking

Good to know

Facilities
Playground, coffee shop, picnic spaces and a car park.
Parking
Admission is charged per car; check the current fee with the park.
Opening
Published hours: May–Sep 08:30–20:30; Oct–Apr 09:00–17:00. Confirm before travelling.

Details checked 28 October 2026. Opening times, facilities and booking terms can change.

Source: visitlouth.ie

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