This is a wonderful trail over rugged wind-swept hills. Great waterfall! your hiking shoes as there are a lot of rocky steps going up. the red route is not easy. There is a car park located on the left of the N71, 300 metres from where Torc Waterfall can be accessed. Spot beaches, villages, green pastures, and mountain ranges in County Kerry, and make your last visit to the stunning Torc Waterfall. For fauna fiends, look out for the eggs in the boggy puddles alongside the walk up Torc Mountain! Easy trail with a few steps to remind your legs they have work to do. Visited on hot day and entire trail shaded and cool. You'll need to leave pups at home dogs aren't allowed on this trail. Very enjoyable. More 11 hours Free Cancellation From 43.27 Lovely hike. Try this 3.7-km circular trail near Killarney, County Kerry. lovely views. [2][4] The waterfall is a popular site on the Ring of Kerry and the Kerry Way tours. Torc Waterfall is 7 kilometres from Killarney Town and approx 2.5 kilometres from the motor entrance to Muckross House and is signposted from a carpark off the N71. . enjoy ! After rainy weather, the varied terrain may be treacherous in certain areas, therefore appropriate footwear is recommended. As there are no facilities, bringing plenty of water and food is essential. It was a little bit too short, but interesting. This is a popular trail for hiking and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Immediately to the left of the waterfall are 100 or so steps which lead to magnificent viewing . ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. There is amazing scenery inside the park on this route including an old farm dwelling, with stone fences still standing the test of time . Keep an eye out for the rhododendrons that bloom in spring. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 18 min to complete. Nice Waterfall minutes from the start! After passing the waterfall there is a period of steep steps to ascend. From Airport Mesa you can see all of Sedona's famous red rock formations. Top ways to experience Torc Waterfall See all Recommended Tours & Sightseeing Walking & Biking Tours Multi-day & Extended Tours Outdoor Activities Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park 130 Bus Tours from $53.33 per adult Private Tour:Ring of Kerry,Kerry Cliffs, starting in (from) Killarney 41 Recommended Bus Tours from This is a very popular area for backpacking, birding, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. A car park and toilet facilities are available on-site. Top ways to experience Torc Waterfall See all Recommended Tours & Sightseeing Walking & Biking Tours Multi-day & Extended Tours Outdoor Activities Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park 130 Bus Tours from 4,381.58 per adult Private Tour:Ring of Kerry,Kerry Cliffs, starting in (from) Killarney 41 Recommended Bus Tours We did this route counterclockwise to come down the steps (so walked up the forest path and down the steps alongside Torc Waterfall). Top ways to experience Torc Waterfall See all Recommended Tours & Sightseeing Walking & Biking Tours Multi-day & Extended Tours Outdoor Activities Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park 131 Bus Tours from $52.99 per adult Private Tour:Ring of Kerry,Kerry Cliffs, starting in (from) Killarney 41 Recommended Bus Tours from In wet weather, the trail can be muddy and slippery, so bring appropriate clothing and footwear. View Map. ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. Please explore responsibly! This is a very popular area for backpacking, birding, and camping, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. After a luscious Irish breakfast you might want to tie you boots and start walking. ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. [7], The 20 meters high waterfall is formed by the Owengarriff River as it drains from the Devil's Punchbowl lough, a deep cirque high above in Mangerton Mountain. Don't worry, you can opt out any time. Not an enjoyable experience considering that this is the main highlight of the trail. Recommended. Lovely nature walk to a beautiful waterfall. 43 6. The route I can suggest begins at Lord Brandon's Tea Room on the shores of the Upper Lake, and ends at Kate Kearney's Cottage just over 7 miles later. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 43 min to complete. Not ideal for unfit or people with bad balance or special awareness. Able to Torc Waterfall sits on a geological fault called the Muckross to Millstreet Fault Line.Torc Mountain consists of 400 million-year-old Devonian Old Red Sandstone, but the base around Muckross Lake is circa 100 million years younger and consists of Carboniferous Limestone.At some stage, after the limestone was deposited, a period of tectonic-plate collision occurred and the land under Torc was . Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 51 min to complete. I enjoyed it. Still, very manageable and beautiful. Nestled at the base of Torc Mountain, Torc Waterfall is one of Killarney's most striking natural features. Watch out for the 19th century graffiti from soldiers travelling the route. Walk to The Meeting of the Waters and Old Weir Bridge in Killarney National Park, Hike a Part of the Sheep's Head Way near Kilcrohane. Do able in runners/trainers but hiking boots reccommended. The route shown is strenuous and a moderate level of fitness is required. Address. This wide, gravel trail is pretty easy walking with only a gentle incline. How long it takes. Plenty of views along the way. The waterfall is unpleasantly crowded with tourists. But preceding the hike, you'll ride across an expansive landscape of mountainous lakes for Caherconree is the second-highest mountain on the Dingle Peninsula. As you ride the 111-mile-long (179-km-long) circular route, pass by places such as Waterville, Sneem, and Killarney National Park. Please agree or disagree with using cookies. [1], The word Torc is from the Irish translation of a "wild boar", and the area is associated with legends involving wild boars. You should do the short loop at least, there are pretty small cascading waterfalls further. Book your tickets online for Torc Waterfall, Killarney: See 3,818 reviews, articles, and 1,975 photos of Torc Waterfall, ranked No.18 on Tripadvisor among 84 attractions in Killarney. The power of the water flowing down the waterfall is beautiful and if you're lucky you'll spot some of the many deer that roam free around the area. The view from the top over Muckross lake and Lough Leane, Killarney etc was just incredible as well as over surrounding Magillycuddy Reeks. There are 2 Torc Mountain walks to choose from: a long walk and a shorter walk. Falling in an unbroken cascade down the side of a mountain, the Powerscourt Waterfall is the highest waterfall in Ireland. FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. Beautiful hike, steep stairs but not too bad. Very nice trail, but not as easy as All Trails list. Nestled at the base of Torc Mountain, Torc Waerfall is located approximately 7km on the Muckross Road. FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. This trail is great for hiking, running, and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Went counterclockwise on the trail which was much more pleasant, slightly steeper in the beginning but allowed for the waterfall to be the end. A great recommendation if your up for a challenge, Good hike. Would do again on a sunny day, Super Tour. ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. Beautiful secluded waterfall midway (suitable for the first of May). A few short steep sections but nothing unmanageable. I also did Muckross castle loop which added extra km but was never boring. We managed to miss a turn, so took a shortcut. Be careful. There is steep elevation and unless the weather has been dry you will need proper equipment. The first half is on a gravel road and the second half is on stones and wooden boards over the marshy bits. This short and easy loop takes visitors to the base of the 66ft high waterfall. From here the trail follows a gravel road and you'll cross under the N71 road. Torc Mountain is the 329th-highest peak in Ireland on the Arderin list. Beautiful mossy picturesque trail. Gorgeous views all around! Check out this 17.4-km out-and-back trail near Reen, County Kerry. Moderate 9km Hike. 3. Stairs up and slope down. Derrycunihy - Torc Waterfall Moderate 4.7 (44) Mangerton Photos (613) Directions Print/PDF map Length 10.8 miElevation gain 2,106 ftRoute type Out & back Head out on this 10.8-mile out-and-back trail near Reen, County Kerry. brilliant day out on the mountains really enjoyed it big shout out to the three men from opw who were doing a great job maintaining the trails in the warm humid weather. Would definitely return and do the walk in the spring/early summer to see the trail with different vegetation, but its a great winter walk. Lovely walk through a mossy forest, then emerging out into a grassy valley surrounded by mountains, then up over a mix of rocks and wooden planks to summit the top. [9] The cascade is one of the main points on the 200-kilometre (120-mile) Kerry Way walking tour,[4] and a popular stop-off location on the larger Ring of Kerry tour. Great trail, beautiful views. This short and easy loop takes visitors to the base of the 66ft high waterfall. For tourist information call 1800 230 230, This form collects your data so that the company listed on this page can get back to you in relation to your enquiry. Torc Waterfall. 8kmapprox. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a lead. This short and easy loop takes visitors to the base of the 66ft high waterfall. Check out where to stay in Killarney and book an accommodation of your choice. Find Torc stock photos and editorial news pictures from Getty Images. [5][6] There is also the story of how the legendary Irish warrior, Fionn MacCumhaill, killed a magical boar on Torc mountain with his golden spear. Went counterclockwise on the trail which was much more pleasant, slightly steeper in the beginning but allowed for the waterfall to be the end. Good effort/reward ratio. There is amazing scenery inside the park on this route including an old farm dwelling, with stone fences still standing the test of time. Didnt care so much for the paved road getting to the waterfall. It was a little bit too short, but interesting. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 57 min to complete. Gorgeous views all around! This is a longer route of Torc Mountain that begins at the Muckross House car park and takes you along Muckross Lake, passing Torc Waterfall and other beautiful sights along the way. Beautiful greenery. After rainy weather, the varied terrain may be . This is one of Ireland's longest and most popular signposted walking trails and takes eight days or longer to complete. Beautiful but too much trash left around! 8km from upper Torc carpark to Derrycunihy Church. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 37 min to complete. Great for running! Beautiful views. Web Visit website. 2023 The Outbound Collective - Terms of Use - Privacy Policy. Before you start: Start from Muckross House, only 6 km/3.6 mi from Killarney town centre, along the main Kenmare road (N71). At this point if you are lucky enough to visit after heavy rainfall you will be getting a little damp from all the mist as you face an impressive, raging cascade of water which drops over 70 feet. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. This is a very popular area for backpacking, birding, and camping, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. Description This is a lovely trail that begins by following the Owengariff before turning right and ascending Torc Mountain. History to know: Torc waterfall derives it's name from the Gaelic word 't orc' meaning a wild boar. The easily recognisable form of Torc is visible from most parts of the town and the surrounding National Park. This route also features great views of Muckross Lake. Great little trail if you just want a quick trek, nice elevation and a lovely meander down the other side from the top! Und auch Tritt Sicherheit erforderlich. A little slippery while getting to the summit, be sure to have good traction on your shoes. [10], Killarney National Park has a number of loop-trails around the Torc Waterfall of varying lengths, called the Blue, Yellow and Red Trails. If we will back there, I think the best is the red one. According to legend the waterfall was created by a man who had been cursed by the Devil to spend each night . 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We did an out-and-back run. Enjoyable hike but views were bad at the top. This trail is great for hiking and running. The steps on this route are very challenging if you dont have a decent level of fitness. Great trail with various elevations and vistas! Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. We accessed the trail partway along from the falls entrance and went the wrong direction. Torc Waterfall is part of the beautiful Killarney National Park. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. Even though Torc Waterfall is arguably less impressive than Glencar Waterfall or Powerscourt Waterfall, it's definitely worth seeing, especially if you decide to explore the area more thoroughly or you have some time to spare. Approx. [15], A marked hiking trail also runs from the waterfall to the top of Torc Mountain 535 metres (1,755ft) via the Old Kenmare Road, however, hikers can avoid Torc Waterfall and start from the upper car-park above the waterfall (at 55 metres, V967842), to complete the 8kilometre 3 hour route to the summit of Torc Mountain and back.[1][10]. Beautiful Evening Hike Minutes from the Gleneagle!!! Top ways to experience Torc Waterfall See all Recommended Tours & Sightseeing Transfers & Ground Transport Walking & Biking Tours Multi-day & Extended Tours Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park 122 Bus Tours from 3,222.23 per adult Hop On/Off Shuttle Visit National Park,Torc Waterfall,Muckross House,Ladies View 9 Beautiful secluded waterfall midway (suitable for the first of May). As there are no facilities, bringing plenty of water and food is essential. Simply put, this is an easy, nice walk through a wooded area that features a lovely cascade. Car park and and toilet facilities available. Easy trail, steep in parts with steps, exposed roots and some stone. If accessibility is still an issue, there are horse and carriage rides around the lake that stop off at the waterfall as well, if mobility is an issue. The first half is on a gravel road and the second half is on stones and wooden boards over the marshy bits. The view from the top over Muckross lake and Lough Leane, Killarney etc was just incredible as well as over surrounding Magillycuddy Reeks. Torc Waterfall. Good effort/reward ratio. Great Southern Railway, Franciscan Friary. Happy quick trail. It is beautiful in early June when the rhododendrons are blooming! Definitely not the most scenic but still enjoyable. Lots of paved trail. Went clockwise Quite a few steps, nice and tranquil, apart from some local gypsy type beggars who blasted guitar/accordion Jeez, Boyz, stay in the city centre . Once you climb up past the falls though thats when the hike really starts. Torc Waterfall Timing: 09:00 am - 06:00 pm. There are two trails that run side-by-side, one being bigger and paved for the older folk/accessability, and one slightly more in the woods that serves as a hiking trail, though it is very easy as well. This route also features great views of Muckross Lake. We opted for the hard climb up and took the right-hand fork, figuring it would be easier and less slippery climbing up the steep section, then coming down it, and we were pleased with the decision. MeganV545. Beautiful mossy picturesque trail. We did an out-and-back run. Torc Waterfall Address: National Park, Killarney, Co. Kerry, Ireland. Lovely hike. I enjoyed it. Muckross House - Torc Waterfall Moderate 4.5 (301) Mangerton Photos (583) Directions Print/PDF map Length 3.9 miElevation gain 626 ftRoute type Loop Explore this 3.9-mile loop trail near Muckross, County Kerry. Liked the walk. This is a very popular area for hiking and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. not enough words to describe the scenery on this hike. The first half is on a gravel road and the second half is on stones and wooden boards over the marshy bits. The Torc Waterfall in Killarney National Park. Easy trail with a few steps to remind your legs they have work to do. This is a wonderful trail over rugged wind-swept hills. A little slippery while getting to the summit, be sure to have good traction on your shoes. Nice Waterfall minutes from the start! We saw another person only rarely. Standing at approximately 20 meters high, the waterfall is beautiful, rugged and at its most wild after a heavy rain downpour. Rising up from the shores of Muckross lake, it looms over many of the most famed beauty spots of the Killarney area. The views from this trail are magnificent, and all explorers will have many amazing encounters with the local fauna and flora. Gorgeous views of Killarney Town and Lakes to be enjoyed on route. [1][8] Red deer are frequently seen and heard in the area. Take the lower side first and the stairs will be easier to ascend than descend. The hiking trails around Torc Waterfall are great. It's hard to not to imagine the stories unfolding as you hike up the steep hillside. First 10mins were all steps so the hardest part of the whole trail. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. Top ways to experience Torc Waterfall See all Recommended Tours & Sightseeing Walking & Biking Tours Multi-day & Extended Tours Outdoor Activities Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park 128 Bus Tours from S$80.33 per adult Hop On/Off Shuttle Visit National Park,Torc Waterfall,Muckross House,Ladies View 9 Bus Tours from Did this trip with my 6yo daughter, no problems. loved it. This is an easy, but scenic loop through a lush forest to a 70+ foot waterfall and viewpoint of Muckross Lake in Killarney National Park. Some sections are rather challenging yet well worth the effort. Great for running! trail through the forest which is quite peaceful. A lovely all-season trail, with a nice mix of level and up and down hill. Beautiful but too much trash left around! FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. We did the red loop and even took a little detour down to the Lake and it was so beautiful! Once you climb up past the falls though thats when the hike really starts. Phone +353 1 204 6000. Great views all along the way up torc mountain and wonderful 360 views at the top. This is a longer route of Torc Mountain that begins at the Muckross House car park and takes you along Muckross Lake, passing Torc Waterfall and other beautiful sights along the way. . This is a lovely and magical trail that leads to a secular and old waterfall via harsh wind-swept hills. see main waterfall and waterfall adjoining at the top of hike. Rocks were a bit slippery which made me fall a couple of times. [1][10], The waterfalls are a 200 metre walk from the car park (at V966847) just off the N71 road,[2][11] and the climb to the top of the waterfalls is by way of a stone path of about a hundred steps (and circa 55 metres in elevation gain), and takes around 30 minutes to complete. We did the red loop and even took a little detour down to the Lake and it was so beautiful! Easter Monday 22 I made the return trip to the kingdom to get the views as the last time I done this hike the weather turned and we got no views great hike and well rewarding. This route also features great views of Muckross Lake. Watch out for the 19th century graffiti from soldiers travelling the route. FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. The Outbound works best with JavaScript enabled. a must do. Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your Mixture of gravel and forest paths, rocky hill paths and boardwalks. One legend is of a man who was cursed by the Devil to spend each night transformed into a wild boar, but when his secret was revealed by a local farmer, he burst into flames and disappeared into the nearby Devils Punchbowl on Mangerton Mountain from which the Owengarriff River emerged to hide the entrance to his cave beneath the Torc Waterfall. The views from this trail are magnificent, and all explorers will have many amazing encounters with the local fauna and flora. Torc Waterfall is part of the beautiful Killarney National Park. Lovely walk through a mossy forest, then emerging out into a grassy valley surrounded by mountains, then up over a mix of rocks and wooden planks to summit the top. I've only ever done the shorter, 2 - 3 hour (depending on pace) walk up Torc, so that's the one I'm going to cover in this guide. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 18 min to complete. To reach the summit of Caherconree, you'll be left mainly to your own devices. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area. Nice trail, no mud, but better to have Some steep parts. Highly recommended. Weve done the blue trail (yellow/easy, blue/modarate, red/hard). For fauna fiends, look out for the eggs in the boggy puddles alongside the walk up Torc Mountain! See our route here! Please see our. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. Quick stop. We did 7 miles of the hike. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 17 min to complete. Great views all along the way up torc mountain and wonderful 360 views at the top. 78 Grade:Easy The Kerry Way leaves the popular tourist town of Killarneyat the start of the Muckross Road. The power of the water flowing down the waterfall is beautiful and if you're lucky you'll spot some of the many deer that roam free around the area. Most of the path takes in views of Muckross Lake and open Torc fields, often with red deer. Powerscourt Waterfall, Co. Wicklow. First half is on gravel road; second half on stones and wooden boards over the marshy bits. A short walk of 200 metres will bring you to the waterfall itself. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 43 min to complete. Top ways to experience Torc Waterfall See all Recommended Tours & Sightseeing Transfers & Ground Transport Walking & Biking Tours Multi-day & Extended Tours Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park 117 Bus Tours from R 989,58 per adult Hop On/Off Shuttle Visit National Park,Torc Waterfall,Muckross House,Ladies View 9 The views from this trail are magnificent, and all explorers will have many amazing encounters with the local fauna and flora. Check out this 5.8-mile point-to-point trail near Muckross, County Kerry. Very nice trail, but not as easy as All Trails list. You should do the short loop at least, there are pretty small cascading waterfalls further. The pathskirts around Muckross Lake until you arrive at Dinis Cottage, which is a tea room open during the summer season that has hundreds of rhododendron of different colors blooming in early summer. It was really muddy and wet but that was because it was raining and the waterfall was beutifull. Very enjoyable. This walking path is part of the Kerry Way Walking Route and also leads to many circular walks around Torc Mountain, Woods and surrounding area. Plenty of views along the way. Beautiful Evening Hike Minutes from the Gleneagle!!! If you have more timedo the longer hike. If accessibility is still an issue, there are horse and carriage rides around the lake that stop off at the waterfall as well, if mobility is an issue. ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. Click to receive special offers, travel inspo, tips, and updates from Viator. ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. Easy trail, steep in parts with steps, exposed roots and some stone. Close This afternoon tour departs at 2 pm and returns at 5:30 pm. Torc Waterfall: Torc Falls Magic - See 3,813 traveler reviews, 1,955 candid photos, and great deals for Killarney, Ireland, at Tripadvisor. it is marked locally as strenuous. This trail is great for hiking and running. Approx. Enjoy breathtaking panoramas of the lake, the mountains, the park and Killarney itself from the top of the mountain. 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