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Doon Rock is traditionally believed to be the inauguration site of the O'Donnells. In some respects, it can be said to resemble an inland promontory fort. It consists of a natural mound of rock somewhat oval in plan c. 150m N-S and c. 75m E-W. It rises dramatically from the surrounding wet land and is naturally defensive. The sides are steep but an approach is possible with difficulty from the S. Near the S side of the rock, there is a 2m change in level. On the N or upper side of this step and surviving for about 17m in length c. 3m wide and 0.3m in height is the remains of a collapsed and overgrown stone wall. About 5m from the W end of the wall, there is a gap 2m wide. The rock is much overgrown and uneven. (Kinahan 1889, 284). In 2006 the area on top of the rock was landscaped and a path constructed to facilitate access (SMR file).
The above description was published in the 'Archaeological Survey of County Donegal. A description of the field antiquities of the County from the Mesolithic Period to the 17th century.' Compiled by: Brian Lacey with Eamon Cody, Claire Cotter, Judy Cuppage, Noel Dunne, Vincent Hurley, Celie O'Rahilly, Paul Walsh and Seán Ó Nualláin (Lifford: Donegal County Council, 1983). In this instance the entry has been revised and updated.
Revised by: Paul Walsh
Date of upload: 04 November 2013
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