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Torc Waterfall
Cascade in the Republic of Ireland
Travel Tips
Early visits offer easier parking and a tranquil experience. 1
Wear comfortable shoes for the short hike to the waterfall. 2
Introduction
Location
- ๐ Situated in Killarney National Park, County Kerry, Ireland.
- ๐บ๏ธ Coordinates: 52ยฐ00โฒ18โณN 9ยฐ30โฒ24โณW.
- ๐ 7 km from Killarney Town.
- ๐ Located at the base of Torc Mountain.
- ๐ Formed by the Owengarriff River draining from the Devil's Punchbowl.
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Accessibility
- ๐ถโโ๏ธ A 5-minute walk from the main car park on the N71 road.
- ๐ดโโ๏ธ Cycling routes available from Killarney Town.
- ๐บ๏ธ Clear paths and trails for walking and hiking.
- ๐ถโโ๏ธ Short and long walking trails available (5 km and 10 km).
- ๐ธ Suitable for all fitness levels with different trail options.
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Activities
- ๐ถโโ๏ธ Walking: Short and long trails available.
- ๐ดโโ๏ธ Cycling: Rent a bike in Killarney and cycle to the waterfall.
- ๐๏ธ Hiking: Trails to the top of Torc Mountain and Cardiac Hill.
- ๐ธ Photography: Scenic views and photo opportunities.
- ๐ณ Nature Watching: Spot red deer and other wildlife.
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Parking
- ๐ Main car park on the N71 road.
- ๐ฐ๏ธ Arrive early (e.g., 07:30) or late (e.g., before sunset) to avoid crowds.
- ๐ธ Additional parking available down the road.
- โ ๏ธ Caution: No path from additional parking to the waterfall.
- ๐ ฟ๏ธ Limited parking space; plan accordingly.
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Nearby Attractions
- ๐ฐ Muckross House: 19th-century Victorian mansion.
- ๐๏ธ Muckross Abbey: Ruins of a Franciscan friary founded around 1445.
- ๐๏ธ Ross Castle: 15th-century tower house.
- ๐ Ladies View: Famous viewpoint on the Ring of Kerry.
- ๐ณ Killarney National Park: Various trails and scenic spots.
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Mythology
- ๐ 'Torc' means 'wild boar' in Irish.
- ๐น Legend of a man cursed to turn into a wild boar by the Devil.
- ๐ฅ The man burst into flames and disappeared into the Devil's Punchbowl.
- โ๏ธ Another legend involves the warrior Fionn MacCumhaill killing a magical boar.
- ๐ Rich in local folklore and myths.
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Tips
- ๐ฐ๏ธ Best time to visit: Early morning or late evening to avoid crowds.
- ๐ง๏ธ Visit after heavy rainfall for the most impressive views.
- ๐ Wear good walking shoes; trails can be muddy and slippery.
- ๐ธ Bring a camera for stunning photo opportunities.
- ๐ดโโ๏ธ Consider cycling to avoid parking issues.
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| Travel Information |
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| ๐ย ย ย Phone: +353 85 801 7973 |
| ๐ย ย ย Website: http://www.killarneynationalpark.ie/visit/torc-waterfall |
| ๐ย ย ย Hours: See hours |
| ๐ย ย ย Address: Torc, Killarney, Co. Kerry, Ireland |
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