Walkers have access to Mweelrea, Sheefry, Paltry and Maumturk Mountains. Leenane with its surrounds is a haven for geologists due to a great variety of sedimentary, volcanic and metamorphic rocks. There is good fishing in the local Erriff and Delphi rivers. Well known beauty spots include Aasleagh Falls and Doolough Valley, scene of the tragic famine walk. Well-known stars taking part included Richard Harris, John Hurt and Tom Berrenger.
Visitors can visit many of the locations used as sets in the film.
In more recent years the famous Kelly Family from Germany used Leenane as the setting for a singing album. There is something for everybody with facilities for adventure sports, cruising on Killary, mountain climbing and fishing. These, combined with good accommodation and food, make Leenane an ideal holiday location.