Glencar waterfall, Waterfall in County Leitrim, Ireland.
Glencar Waterfall is a 15-meter cascade near Glencar Lake in northwestern County Leitrim. The water drops through rock formations and flows into a pool surrounded by dense woodland.
The waterfall was shaped during the last ice age when glaciers carved the landscape. Since then, the water has maintained its natural path through the rock formations.
The waterfall holds a place in Irish literature through William Butler Yeats, who referenced it in his 1886 poem The Stolen Child. This literary connection gives the place meaning beyond its natural beauty for many visitors.
The site has a parking lot and restroom facilities for visitors. A picnic area, tea room, and playground are available year-round.
The water flow becomes more powerful after rainfall, creating shifting patterns as it descends into the pool. This natural change gives the waterfall a different character depending on weather conditions.
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