Slieve League Cliffs
Slieve League is a dramatic coastal headland in Donegal, Ireland, famous for towering sea cliffs and sweeping ocean views. | Visit for cliff walks, spectacular lighthouse vistas, and access from nearby villages.
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Geography
| Continent | Europe |
|---|---|
| Region | Ireland |
| Subregion | Northern Europe |
| Country | Ireland |
| State | Leitrim or Donegal (region) |
| County | Donegal |
| District | Slieve League |
| City | Carrick |
| Timezone | EuropeDublin |
| Latitude | 54.477 |
| Longitude | -8.569 |
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7:56 PM LOCAL TIMESlieve League is a headland on the Atlantic coast of northwest Ireland, located in County Donegal. Rising from near sea level to about 600 meters (2,000 feet), the cliffs of Slieve League are renowned for their scale and relative accessibility, offering a dramatic alternative to the more famous Cliffs of Moher. The area is characterized by steep, jagged escarpments, short but rewarding trails, and panoramic views where the ocean meets the sky. Visitors commonly reach the site via a combination of driving and short hikes; facilities and visitor services are limited, emphasizing a wild, unspoiled landscape. Key sights include the iconic Leacán viewing platform, accessible walking routes, and mullach (summit) vantage points that overlook the Atlantic. Activities center on scenic drives, cliff-top walking, and photography — be prepared for exposed conditions and rapidly changing weather. Nearby village access points and small visitor facilities make Slieve League a must-visit for those seeking raw coastal landscapes and authentic Irish mountain forms without large resort infrastructure.
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