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Slemish Mountain is the remnant of an extinct volcano near Ballymena on the Antrim Coast of Northern Ireland. Its summit rises to 437m, offering hikers beautiful views of the surrounding area and even the Scottish coast. Legend says that St. Patrick found God here after being enslaved as a youth and forced to herd sheep in the area. After escaping, he later returned to the area as a priest to convert his old master. Therefore, hundreds of people hike the 1.5km circular trail to the summit, especially on St. Patrick's Day (March 17). The 180m climb is rocky and steep and can be dangerous, especially in bad weather, so all hikers should be equipped for the rapidly changing weather conditions.

Beautiful to look at, the river is more than fascinating

These peaceful winding country lanes just above Glenariff Forest are a perfect spot for a walk if you'd prefer to avoid the crowds. Enjoy delightful scenes across the beautiful Antrim County, as well as glimpses to the coastline and across the Irish Sea.

Many walks start out from the information centre near the parking. It costs £5 (2023) to park at the visitor centre. Entry on foot is free. The waterfall walk takes you down into the gorge where you can walk along paths and wooden walkways to admire the waterfalls.

Better to walk the path counterclockwise

You can see that it hasn't rained in 4 weeks

Glenariff Forest Park – the “Queen of the Nine Glens of Antrim” – with raging waterfalls, ancient forests past “Ossians Grave. The unique Waterfall Walk way leads along forest paths and along the river banks through a national nature reserve and offers photographers a varied backdrop with its three waterfalls and picturesque panoramic landscapes.

The one-of-a-kind Waterfall Walkway winds through the National Conservation Area on forest trails and along the riverbank, offering a varied backdrop for photographers with its three waterfalls and scenic panoramas.