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Glenmacnass Waterfall Car Park

Glenmacnass Waterfall Car Park

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Glenmacnass Waterfall Car Park

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Wicklow Mountains National Park

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Location: Wicklow, Ireland

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Willem VS

June 8, 2026

Cycling

The parking lot is located on a small rise along the R115, just above the wide valley where Glenmacnass Waterfall plunges 80–100 meters down in a long cascade. From this point, you have a completely open view over the U-shaped glacial valley, with rugged granite walls, dark peat slopes, and the river carving its way towards Laragh. The spot is situated at an altitude of about 360–380 meters and feels distinctly windy and empty, typical of the highland between Sally Gap and Glenmacnass Bridge.

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Damiano 🇮🇹

February 18, 2024

Hiking

The large free car park near Glenmacnass waterfall offers convenient parking for hikers heading to the Tonlegee Hike and Lough Ouler. With space for 30 to 40 cars, it provides easy access to the trail, making it a perfect starting point for exploring the Heart Shaped Lake in Wicklow.

Dani

May 24, 2026

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Parking is still free.

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Elevation 360 m

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