Glencar Waterfall
An outdoor landmark in Glencar
The 15m-high Glencar Waterfall is situated near Glencar Lake, 11km west of Manorhamilton, County Leitrim. This famous Leitrim landmark served as an inspiration to William Butler Yeats.
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Entry
Free / cheap
What parents should know
The 15m-high Glencar Waterfall is situated near Glencar Lake, 11km west of Manorhamilton, County Leitrim.
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Information source
Summary and location information adapted from Fáilte Ireland’s Tourism Activities and Attractions dataset, accessed 7 September 2026. Source: https://data.gov.ie/dataset/tourism-activities-and-attractions. Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/. Check the venue’s own website for current visitor arrangements.
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Today
Light rain
16°C
A wet day — perfect for indoor exploration
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Last checked 24 May 2026, 11:09.
Open-access natural site with no formal hours. The waterfall and walking areas are accessible year-round during daylight hours. The TeaSHED Café has separate hours.
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Glencar
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