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Hell's Hole Cavern, Malin Head

Sea cavern and cliff chasm
Hell's Hole Cavern, Malin Head
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Hell's Hole is a long, narrow chasm at Malin Head where the Atlantic tide rushes into the cavern at its end with a thunderous sound.

From Donegal County Council, Malin Head, An Enchanting Place, A Colourful Past Hell's Hole cavern

Stay on the marked Malin Head path and keep well back from the cliff edge. Ground beyond the public path may be private; follow signs and closed boundaries.

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