Glenariff Forest Park Upper Waterfall Trail
County Antrim
Glenariff Forest Park sits in the heart of the Antrim Glens and the Upper Waterfall Trail threads past a string of cascades on timber walkways and stone steps. It is a dog friendly loop that suits most owners, with a shaded canopy, river soundtrack, and picnic spots along the way.
Dogs are welcome on a lead throughout the trail. Expect around 3 kilometres of mixed boardwalk, steps and gravel path with a steady climb back up the glen. Paws stay comfortable on the soft surfaces but steps can be slick after rain. Parking, toilets and a seasonal cafe are at the main visitor car park, and waste bins are provided near the entrance.
At a Glance
- Distance
- 3.0 km (1.9 miles)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Duration
- 1 hr 15 min
- Walk Type
- Woodland, Waterfall, Forest
- Route Type
- Circular
- Off Lead Potential
- None
- Livestock Risk
- None
- Facilities
- Toilets, seasonal cafe, picnic area and information point at the main car park.
- Parking
- Main pay and display car park at the visitor entrance, roughly 80 spaces, approximately 5 pounds per car.
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