Aasleagh Falls

The falls are beautiful and well worth the stop if you are in the area. They are a short walk from the road. The parking area is somewhat small and right on the road, so be mindful of passing cars. The falls are only a short walk from there and the trails appeared to go on from there. There is a great viewing platform where we were able to see salmon jumping up the falls, which was very cool.

Aasleagh Falls is a beautiful and peaceful spot, tucked away at the edge of Killary Harbour. The waterfall may not be huge, but it’s very scenic, especially after rainfall when the water flows strongly over the rocks. Surrounded by mountains and open countryside, it feels wonderfully wild and unspoiled.

1. Located on the county border Aasleagh Falls is located approximately 1 km north of the border between counties Galway and Mayo, on the River Erriff, shortly before it flows into Killary Harbour. 2. Part of the Western Way This waterfall is the starting point for one section of the long-distance Western Way walk. The walk along the Erriff river valley, with views of lakes, mountains, and forests, is very picturesque. 3. Popular spot for salmon fishing and easy walking The water near the falls is part of a salmon run, so fishing here is especially popular in the summer months. Furthermore, the approach to the waterfall is quite easy—the path is short, but can become muddy after rain.

Aaleagh Waterfall is surrounded by beautiful nature, and the area is peaceful and green. However, the path to the waterfall is on the wrong side — the best view is actually from the opposite side, where there’s no official trail. Overall, it’s not a must-see, especially since the road leading there is quite busy and has sharp turns. It’s worth stopping by if you need a break from driving and want to stretch your legs.

June 2025: The falls are an interesting spectacle and one that in winter months would be even more impressive; the salmon run that tracks along the side of the river is thoughtfully designed too, which is nice to see.

small but tranquiled. river flows along with the spring meeting lake and ocean. closing to the spring is somewhat difficult.

Visited on a lovely sunny day and that really enhanced the experience. You can't get that close to the falls unfortunately, but there's a good view from the bridge on the road and a nice walk alongside the river. Limited amount of parking, but as there were not many visitors, that wasn't a problem. Well worth a stop.

Beautiful falls in very scenic area. Easy parking and free to visit.