The Department of Culture and Heritage says 'reckless' bikers have been spotted in groups, and that it is a 'scourge to upland habitats'.
It believes people are breaking the two-kilometre restriction by taking part in this activity.
While it also says it's dangerous to landowners and 'extremely damaging to the fragile landscapes'.
Tender Issued For DART Charging Infrastructure In Wicklow Station
Rail traffic will be transformed with far greater connectivity between Dublin city centre and Wicklow town
Almost 1,200 Wicklow Children Waiting for Early Years Places
Staff turnover in Wicklow crèche settings is well above the national average
Wicklow Hosepipe Ban Extended As Supplies Remain Under Pressure
Uisce Éireann says another month of shorter showers, reduced use of washing machines, and using a watering can is needed.
Wicklow Rents Rise Again As National Market Cools
Rental Market Report for the Second Quarter 2026 — based on the Daft.ie Rental Report
UCD Study To Lay Bare The Blight Of 'Sheep Worrying' Across Wicklow
There's hardly a sheep farmer in Wicklow who hasn't been affected according to expert
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