Baltimore Beacon
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An oddly conical beacon perched atop beautiful Irish cliffs.

📜 White-painted stone beacon, approximately 50 feet (15 m) high, built in 1848, located on a tall cliff near Baltimore, County Cork, overlooking the channel to Sherkin Island.
🔍 Locally known as “Lot’s Wife.”

Why Go

🌊 Offers stunning views of the green landscape and rolling sea.
🗿 Unique conical shape, locally known as “Lot’s Wife”.
📜 Historical landmark, part of an 18th-century coastal warning system.
📸 Popular spot for photography and engagements.
🚶 Rewarding walk to a beloved local symbol.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Located on a tall cliff with no barriers.
🚶 Path to the beacon can be slippery and muddy.

🅿️ Parking Limited parking for five vehicles available at the end of the road.

Last updated 28 days ago

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