What is recorded here
Knocknahillion Rock Shelter marks a hidden cave point at Illion West in County Galway, recorded in the Irish Caves Database. Whether people once stood inside that dark place, watched rain strike its mouth or simply passed it without naming the chamber, the rock still keeps the shape of that forgotten encounter.
The Irish Caves Database records Knocknahillion Rock Shelter at Illion West in County Galway. This point comes from its public cave register. A cave map point does not by itself grant access: check local conditions and ask the landowner where needed.
The cave register does not grant public access. Check conditions and ask the landowner before entering private land.
Places near here
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ToberfeheenHoly well · 2.2 mi
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