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Cranny Falls

Walking Route

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The gentle incline of this walk takes the route of an old limestone railway track to the now disused Gortin Quarry. Interpretation panels along the way illustrate the history. It ends at Cranny Waterfall where the moist air is good for plants and insects. Dogs to be kept under the control of their owner.

Distance:

3 miles

Start Point:

D287181

Finish Point:

D265185

Point of interest:

A viewpoint in Gortin Quarry shows Carnlough Bay

Nearest town:

Carnlough

OS map:

Sheet 9

Terrain:

Off-road path, partly rough

Route:

From Carnlough, take the steps going uphill beside the 'Harbour Lights' building. This takes you around to the right and across a bridge over the main road. This path soon takes you past a car park and gradually up to Gortin Quarry where there are seats and viewpoints. Follow the path left over to Cranny Falls.

Facilities:

Toilets are available in a car park in Carnlough. Parking is also available beside the road. Hotel, B&B and cafes are in the town.

Accessible terrain:

Off road paths, rough and steep in places

Publication:

Larne Country Walks

Publication availability:

Larne Tourist Information Centre (028) 2827 0088

Getting to the start by public transport:

A2 (Antrim Coast Road) Bus Services 252 or 152.

The nearest Tourist Information Centre is:

Ballycastle Tourist Information Centre