点评:My partner, our cockapoo, and I visited Aira Force Waterfall on a busy day. The National Trust car park is small and was packed; we circled 5–6 times before finding a space. Parking fees are steep, and nearby roadside spots were also full.
The trail itself is scenic, winding through woodland with occasional open views over the landscape. However, those with limited mobility should avoid it – sections are very steep, and the path can become slippery and muddy after rain.
The highlight is the waterfall, which you can admire from above on a bridge spanning the top and from below at the foot of the falls. Crossing the upper bridge gives a dramatic overhead perspective, while the lower viewpoint lets you feel the sheer power of the cascading water up close – a truly impressive sight. We were fortunate to spot a rainbow in the spray, adding magic to the moment.
Dog owners: keep pets on a lead due to hidden drops along the path. Toilets are available in the car park, which is handy.
Overall, Aira Force is well worth seeing, but plan for parking challenges and prepare for a demanding walk.
翻译:我和我的伴侣带着我们的可卡犬在人潮涌动的日子里游览了艾拉瀑布。国家信托的停车场很小,而且爆满;我们绕了五六圈才找到停车位。停车费很贵,附近的路边停车位也都满了。
步道本身风景优美,蜿蜒穿过林地,偶尔可以欣赏到开阔的景色。但是,行动不便的人最好不要走这条路——部分路段非常陡峭,而且下雨后路面会变得湿滑泥泞。
瀑布的亮点在于瀑布本身,你可以从横跨瀑布顶端的桥上俯瞰,也可以从瀑布底部欣赏。走上桥可以让你获得震撼的俯瞰视角,而从底部观景点则可以让你近距离感受瀑布奔腾而下的磅礴气势——真是令人叹为观止。我们很幸运地在水雾中看到了彩虹,为这一刻增添了梦幻般的色彩。
带狗的游客请注意:由于步道沿途有隐蔽的落差,请务必给宠物拴上牵引绳。停车场内设有洗手间,非常方便。
总的来说,艾拉瀑布非常值得一看,但请做好停车困难的准备,并做好步行一段较长路程的准备。