Waterfalls around Corlane are found within a landscape featuring lush forests and river systems, including the Glenariff River and parts of the Antrim Coast & Glens AONB. This region offers 6 distinct waterfalls to explore. The terrain varies from humid forest microclimates to riverbanks, providing diverse natural settings.
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Very beautiful waterfalls along the way and very well developed.
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Glenariff Forest Park is a beautiful park located in County Antrim in Northern Ireland. The park covers over 1,185 hectares and has a number of scenic trails that run past some of the most beautiful waterfalls in Northern Ireland. We spent a day hiking around this beautiful waterfall.
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Beautiful to look at, the river is more than fascinating
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Many walks start out from the information centre near the parking. It costs £5 (2023) to park at the visitor centre. Entry on foot is free. The waterfall walk takes you down into the gorge where you can walk along paths and wooden walkways to admire the waterfalls.
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Better to walk the path counterclockwise
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You can see that it hasn't rained in 4 weeks
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A dream place to watch and swim. Is easy to reach via a hiking trail. Not far from there is a restaurant with a beautiful outdoor terrace.
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Glenariff Forest Park – the “Queen of the Nine Glens of Antrim” – with raging waterfalls, ancient forests past “Ossians Grave. The unique Waterfall Walk way leads along forest paths and along the river banks through a national nature reserve and offers photographers a varied backdrop with its three waterfalls and picturesque panoramic landscapes.
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Several waterfalls in the Corlane area are family-friendly. Inver River Waterfall is noted as family-friendly and easily reachable via a hiking trail. The Waterfall and Bridge on the Glenariff River also offers a picturesque setting within Glenariff Forest Park that is suitable for families.
While many trails are accessible, you can find more challenging options. For instance, the 'Inver River Waterfall – Ess-na-Laragh Waterfall loop' is listed as a difficult hike, covering nearly 20 km. You can explore various hiking routes, including more challenging ones, on the Hiking around Corlane guide.
The waterfalls around Corlane are often most impressive after rainfall, as noted for Cranny Falls. The region features lush forests and river systems, suggesting a vibrant experience during wetter seasons or after significant rain. Autumn could also offer beautiful scenery with changing foliage.
You'll encounter diverse natural settings, from humid forest microclimates to riverbanks. Waterfalls like Inver River Waterfall plunge down jagged rock faces into deep pools. Ess-na-Laragh Waterfall is set within a gorge, and the Waterfall and Bridge on the Glenariff River is surrounded by lush greenery.
Some waterfalls, like Inver River Waterfall, are described as a 'dream place to watch and swim' with deep pools. Always exercise caution and check local regulations before swimming in natural waters.
Beyond exploring the waterfalls, the Corlane area offers a range of outdoor activities. You can find various hiking routes, including easy options like the 'Waterfall Trail via Rainbow Trail'. There are also numerous road cycling routes available in the region.
Yes, there are several easy walks. The 'Waterfall Trail via Rainbow Trail' is an easy hike, and routes like the 'Ess-na-Laragh Waterfall – Inver River Waterfall loop' are also listed as easy. You can find more options on the Easy hikes around Corlane guide.
Visitors appreciate the natural beauty and accessibility. Many enjoy the well-developed trails and the picturesque settings, such as the bridge and waterfall along the Glenariff River. The unique Waterfall Walkway at Ess-na-Laragh Waterfall, with its elevated boardwalk, is also a highlight for many.
Yes, the Antrim Coast & Glens AONB is home to waterfalls, including the Waterfall in Antrim Coast & Glens AONB itself. The region's landscape, with its lush forests and river systems, provides a perfect setting for these natural features.
At Inver River Waterfall, you have the option to scramble to the top for a different view of the cascade. At Ess-na-Laragh Waterfall, an elevated boardwalk provides close access and unique perspectives through the forest.
Cranny Falls is noted to be 'very impressive' if it has rained, offering a powerful display of nature's force through a beautiful hiking trail in the nature reserve.


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