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Torc Waterfall – Muckross Lake loop from Muckross House

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Torc Waterfall – Muckross Lake loop from Muckross House

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Torc Waterfall – Muckross Lake loop from Muckross House

05:43

17.8km

530m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 16, 2026

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Killarney National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.54 km

View of Muckross Lake

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On this route you have a wonderful view of the west side of the Muckross Lakes.

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6.03 km

Old Kenmare Road Forest, Killarney National Park

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From the bridge in the north this goes over the Old Kenmare Road. The section further south of this point, a little above the stream, is the most beautiful for me. It goes through a forest where one suspects elves and goblins and sometimes goats are found. Bicycles or even cars are not allowed to drive here. The more relaxed you can let the forest work its magic on you.

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9.04 km

View from Torc Mountain

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The summit is easy to reach, as long stretches of the ascent are covered with wooden floorboards. The view becomes more beautiful with every meter of altitude.

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9.40 km

Wooden Boardwalk to Torc Mountain

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Nice trail to walk. I would recommend sturdy shoes

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13.3 km

Torc Waterfall

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Torc Waterfall is located in the heart of Killarney National Park and is easily accessible on foot. Its highest point is 20 meters (66 feet). A worthwhile destination on any hike (e.g., on the way to Torc Mountain or along the Kerry Way).

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14.3 km

Muckross Lake

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Muckross Lake is also known as the Middle Lake (the other two being Lough Leane and Upper Lake), or the Torc, for its proximity to Torc Mountain. It is Ireland's deepest lake at 75 meters (246 ft) maximum depth. Legend has it that it is inhabited by a monstrous eel. As said eel has not been defeated by a saint as yet, it must be harmless. Trout and salmon fishing are legal in the lake.

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15.0 km

View of Muckross Lake

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Even if you only have a little time, you can manage the short walk from the manor house here and enjoy the view for a moment!

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16.2 km

View of Lough Leane and Island

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A narrow footpath leads along the lakeshore for a while, lined with old trees and offering beautiful views of the lake.

You can easily walk around Muckross Lake, but not around the larger Lough Lean (which you can see from here).

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17.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.34 km

4.09 km

3.63 km

505 m

155 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.00 km

4.09 km

3.80 km

2.37 km

1.92 km

333 m

265 m

Elevation

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Saturday 9 May

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Torc Waterfall – Muckross Lake loop from Muckross House

View of Muckross Lake

Old Kenmare Road Forest, Killarney National Park

View from Torc Mountain

Wooden Boardwalk to Torc Mountain

Torc Waterfall

Muckross Lake

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View of Lough Leane and Island

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