New Ross Port is the tidal section of the River Barrow, a major river estuary in County Wexford. The port area centers on the town of New Ross, which is the lowest road crossing point on the river. The primary access point for paddlers is the slipway at New Ross Boat Club, located north of the O’Hanrahan Bridge. This facility includes a dedicated pontoon for easy access for canoes, kayaks, and other small craft. The Three Sisters Marina, situated close to the town center, offers berthing for visiting vessels, though it is geared more toward larger boats. The overall character of paddling here is defined by significant commercial and recreational boat traffic within a working port environment. The navigation authority is the New Ross Port Company, which monitors VHF Channel 14; paddlers should be aware of ship movements and are advised to contact the port company when planning to be on the water. The Barrow Railway Bridge, a fixed structure with a clearance of approximately 7.1 meters above the high-water mark, spans the river mouth. Tidal currents are a major consideration, increasing in strength as you travel upriver from the sea. Near Ballyhack, currents can run at 3 to 4 knots on the ebb tide, especially after heavy rain, which necessitates careful tidal planning. The journey from the open sea to New Ross takes about four hours by boat, indicating a considerable distance and exposure for paddlers venturing from coastal waters. The river banks near the town feature historical and cultural points of interest, including the Dunbrody Famine Ship. A disused railway line along the riverbank is being transformed into a Greenway, linking New Ross with Waterford City. The water body is part of the Three Sisters river system, which includes the Barrow, Nore, and Suir rivers, and it flows into the broader Suir Estuary. Lighting along the river is being limited, which is a consideration for evening paddles.