Unnamed Road, Omagh BT78 4QN, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland
Sloughan Glen Waterfall
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5.5
Wildland
Under 1 hour
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Why it's Wildland
5.5A short woodland gorge walk reaches Sloughan Glen’s tumbling waterfall, which can be viewed from below and above. The falls are especially impressive after rain; check access before setting out because sources give conflicting closure information.
The appeal here is concentrated rather than sprawling: a brief walk through woodland to a waterfall in a gorge, with views from above and below. It offers a worthwhile taste of Tyrone’s wilder side, but the uncertain access status means checking ahead is essential.
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The experience
The main experience is a short out-and-back woodland walk from the car park, following the stream uphill to the waterfall. The route is reported as 0.5 miles and around 30–60 minutes, with steep sections and steps. Do not assume it is open: check current access before visiting.
Things to do
Walk the woodland route to the waterfall
Follow the short out-and-back trail uphill through woodland beside the stream. The waterfall is the route’s main highlight; steep sections and steps are reported, so take care and wear suitable footwear.
30–60 minutes
View the waterfall from above and below
The waterfall can be viewed from below and above along the short woodland walk. Keep to the route and check conditions before approaching steep or wet ground.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · 30–60 minutes
Quick Escape: waterfall out-and-back
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Check that Sloughan Glen is open before setting out.
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Start from the Sloughan car park if access is confirmed.
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Follow the woodland path uphill beside the stream to the waterfall.
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View the falls from the accessible viewpoints, then return the same way.
Hidden details
See the waterfall from two levels — The waterfall is described as viewable from both below and above, a detail worth noticing on this short walk.
When to go
· No specific time of day is verified. Check access before travelling.
A local outdoor-place listing says the waterfall is at its best after a heavy spell of rainfall. Conditions on the steep, stepped route may be more challenging when wet.
The path has steep sections and steps. Take care, wear suitable footwear, and check trail conditions. The waterfall is reported to be at its best after rainfall.
The route
- stiles
- Not specified
- surface
- Not specified
- distance
- 0.5 miles (AllTrails); another listing describes the trail as 0.3 miles
- duration
- 30–60 minutes
- difficulty
- Moderate; steep sections are reported
- waymarking
- The local outdoor-place listing says the walk is signposted with brown road signs from the Omagh to Castlederg Road. Trail waymarking itself is not specified.
- route shape
- Out and back (AllTrails); a separate listing describes it as linear
- start point
- Sloughan car park, if access is confirmed
- parking start
- A car park is mentioned by sources, but current access and availability should be checked.
- Woodland scenery
- A streamside uphill path
- Waterfall in a woodland gorge
- Views of the waterfall from above and below
Worth pairing with
Ulster American Folk Park
Trip.com lists the Ulster American Folk Park as a nearby attraction, 16.2 km from Sloughan Glen. Check opening and visit information separately before planning a pairing.
What to look for
Look for the waterfall from both below and above, as described by the International Appalachian Trail Ulster-Ireland. Take care on the steps and steep sections, especially when wet.
Best time to go
After a spell of rainfall, when the waterfall is at its fullest.
Visit after rainfall for a fuller cascade. A quiet time of day may make the short woodland walk feel more peaceful, but no specific quiet periods are verified.
How long to spend
Under 1 hour
Perfect for
Walkers · Photographers · Couples
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Practical information
Opening & access
A short woodland walk leads to the waterfall, but access status is uncertain: one source says the glen is currently closed, while a later-seeming post says the walk has reopened. Check with the local council before travelling and do not enter if it remains closed. The route includes steep sections and steps. Access arrangements are unconfirmed. Check before visiting; do not enter private land or restricted structures.
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Parking
A car park is mentioned by sources, but current availability and access are not confirmed. Check before visiting.
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Food & drink
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Dogs
Dogs on leash are indicated by AllTrails; check current access conditions before visiting.
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Accessibility
Not confirmed as accessible. The short route includes steps and steep sections; suitable footwear is advised. Check current trail conditions and access before visiting.
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Around Sloughan Glen Waterfall
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
