Mahon Falls, Co Waterford

What This route is an interesting juxtaposition of two environments. You're in the dramatic heart of the Comeragh Mountains, with steep cliffs and towering peaks looming all around. Yet the trail itself is so well constructed, you could almost be in a city park, so buggies and wheelchairs can cover the distance with ease. The unrivalled focal point is Mahon Falls, where the River Mahon tumbles down 80m of boulders and cliffs. The route from the car park is obvious; out and back along the only path. Unless it has rained recently, water levels are generally low enough to let the children play around the rocks and pools once you arrive.

Start/Finish at Mahon Falls car park

Getting there Take the N25 between Dungarven and Kilmacthomas. At Lemybrien, turn north onto the R676 towards Carrick-on-Suir. Mahon Falls is signed from the third road on the left.

Level Easy - a virtually flat, out-and-back path with a firm surface.

Length/Time 4km /1 hour

Pack Wellies and spare clothes so the kids can splash in the river.