Glencar Lough

Glencar Lough lies in the Glencar Valley, between the Dartry Mountains to the north and the mountain range including Cope’s Mountain to the south. The lake is located about 10 kilometres (6 mi) northeast of Sligo and about 15 km (9 mi) west of Manorhamilton.  It is 2.5 km (1.6 mi) long from west to east and 0.6 km (0.4 mi) wide. The lake has two crannogs (artificial islands): one at the western end near the Drumcliff River outlet and the other at the eastern end near the Diffreen River.

Glencar Waterfall

Glencar Waterfall is located near the lake’s north shore on the Leitrim side.

Glencar Lough is a lovely little lake surrounded by mountains and pastures full of sheep.  Glencar Waterfall is a short hike from the parking lot.  We were running behind schedule and almost drove by; I am glad we didn’t.  The parking area isn’t too far on the main road.  The lush green foliage and the sounds of the river and waterfall make for quite a tranquil spot.  If traveling through the Northern region of the Republic of Ireland this is a worthwhile stop even if it makes you late to your eventual destination for the evening.  More on that in the next post 😉

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