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Paddling near Ballysadare, Co. Sligo


Ballysadare sits in County Sligo where the Ballysadare River drops through a short, intense series of falls and rapids before emptying into Ballisodare Bay. The area draws whitewater kayakers to one of the North West's most technical runs, while the bay itself is accessible to all experience levels and is known for its seal colony and the backdrop of Knocknarea mountain.

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