Nature Reserves

A Nature Reserve is an area of importance to wildlife, which is protected under Ministerial order.  Most are owned by the State.  However, some are owned by organisations or private landowners, and persons interested in acquiring statutory protection for their lands can seek advice on this matter from the Department.

Please click on the map below to view more information on Nature Reserves.

Map highlighting nature reserves in Ireland

Tipperary Nature Reserve Wexford Nature Reserve Wicklow Nature Reserve Cork Nature Reserve Kerry Nature Reserve Clare Nature Reserve Galway Nature Reserve Mayo Nature Reserve Sligo Nature Reserve Donegal Nature Reserve Dublin Nature Reserve Westmeath Nature Reserve Offaly Nature Reserve Laois Nature Reserve Kilkenny Nature Reserve Kildare Nature Reserve