1.9 miles
Loop
Moderate
Glenariff Nature Reserve Waterfalls Walk
From Glenariff Forest Park follow the way marked trail (Waterfall Walk) down the steps, along the boardwalks through Glenariff Nature Reserve. Walk through the river gorge and past spectacular waterfalls. Damp conditions ideal for ferns, mosses and liverworts with several rare species present.
TRAIL INFORMATION
From the car park follow the Waterfall Walk waymarkers (Red Arrows) around the walk. Very steep descent down path and steps to the bottom of gorge passing some spectacular waterfalls within the Nature Reserve. Follow the boardwalk to the Manor Lodge and then return to the car park up a steep forestry track.
These walks are situated in a working forest environment and may be subject to diversion and closure from time to time.
Up to date information is available on the Forest Service NI website - www.forestserviceni.gov.uk
TRAIL INFORMATION
From the car park follow the Waterfall Walk waymarkers (Red Arrows) around the walk. Very steep descent down path and steps to the bottom of gorge passing some spectacular waterfalls within the Nature Reserve. Follow the boardwalk to the Manor Lodge and then return to the car park up a steep forestry track.
These walks are situated in a working forest environment and may be subject to diversion and closure from time to time.
Up to date information is available on the Forest Service NI website - www.forestserviceni.gov.uk
GETTING TO THE START
- Point of Interest Waterfalls in gorge. Rare ferns, moss & liverworts
- Facilities Shop and seasonal restaurant and public toilets at Forest Park carpark. There is a fee for the carpark. Manor Lodge restaurant is located half way around the walk.
- Accessibility Information
Accessibility Grade: Grade 5 Terrain: Boardwalk paths and steps, steep Toilet Facility: No Signage: No - Getting to the Start Take the A43 Ballymena to Waterfoot road to Glenariff Forest Park.
- Public Transport Translink – journeyplanner.translink.co.uk
- Level of Difficulty Moderate
Moderately challenging trails of varying widths with some short, steep climbs and descents. The surface may vary throughout, be slippery and uneven in places. Expect there to be obstacles like exposed roots, narrow gates, stiles and long sets of steps.
Outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear are recommended.
