During World War Two, 83 Look Out Posts (LOPs) were constructed at strategic points around the Irish coast. They allowed the Local Defence Force (LDF) to keep a careful eye on activity in the sea and the air. This was number 77 of 83.

Frank

December 24, 2022

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Lasts significantly less long than the lookout tower from Napoleon's times.

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Anette D.

September 25, 2023

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Very extensive cliffs with some hiking trails. Small free parking space available.

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Best Hikes to Horn Head Lookout Post (LOP 77)

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1. Horn Head & Templebreaga Arch

9.75km

02:49

240m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Horn Head Signal Tower Ruins – Horn Head Cliffs loop from Dunfanaghy Electoral Division

16.3km

04:38

370m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Dunfanaghy – Horn Head Signal Tower Ruins loop from Dunfanaghy

15.8km

04:30

360m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 220 m

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Location: Donegal, Ireland

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Horn Head Lookout Post (LOP 77)

1. Horn Head & Templebreaga Arch

2. Horn Head Signal Tower Ruins – Horn Head Cliffs loop from Dunfanaghy Electoral Division

3. Dunfanaghy – Horn Head Signal Tower Ruins loop from Dunfanaghy

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