Saint John's Point Lighthouse

One of the Best Places To Visits in Dunkineely ED Frequently mentioned in reviews: Top-rated.online cuts through the clutter, highlighting only the reviews that are most helpful, earn the most likes, or come from the most active contributors. Beautiful and special place and with a timely sunset it would be magical.Gear up with a warm top and walking shoes.Feels like you at the edge of the world🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻 My family were staying in nearby Dunkineely for a New year break. It is my second time to St John's and first to see the lighthouse. We brought the children wrapped up to the and I escaped to the to blow the cobwebs away on New Year's Day. The road to the is private: though the gate is closed, it is not locked. Enroute to the by foot, I met unfenced and calves roaming. One car passed me heading to the and I met another car coming from it. I don't know how they passed each other. Whilst it is tarmacked to the lighthouse, it is wide enough for one vehicle with no passing/pull in places. Either side of the tarmac is swampy marshy boggy land so personally I wouldn't risk driving on this private road especially in winter or prolonged wet weather. The from the to the and back takes 40-45 minutes and was nearly 5000 steps. I didn't around the base of the as you can rent and stay here so you would be on top of someone's paid rental property if you go pooching around. To properly explore the point, you'd need wellies at this time of year. I didn't have them so kept to the tarmac. There are fabulous views of Benbulben, Donegal bay, Killybegs and Slieve league cliffs. Enroute back to my family at the beach, the and calves were on the road and there was a large multi-generational family with young children, grandparents and 2 leashed whippets who asked was it not dangerous to have on the road. I advised them to keep away from them but was uneasy for them with dogs and kids in tow closely passing the and calves. Bear in mind that whilst this is a great place to visit & view & orientate you to Donegal & Sligo: you are in cows' territory, the is private property, that someone owns the land privately and that the public presumably have a right of way to the and but I hasten to add I haven't studied property law!! The would be a unique place to stay should you be lucky enough! A wonderful step back in fascinating history and glorious geography in this remote working lighthouse. We stayed in a very authentic spotless and tastefully renovated cartage for the weekend. No TV/WiFi. The open fire was perfect to retire to after cooking in a kitchen with all the utensils you could need. A utility room off this had the heating, ironing board and a second sink and work area. On the other end was the dining area. Two bedrooms, a bathroom with a wonderful bath and a shower room completed the cottage. The host and the scenery were very generous. A definite return is on the cards. The goes about 5 miles out into the ocean giving a great view of the region. The itself is still active and so is off limits, but makes for a good photo along with the cliffs. There are white rocks painted white spelling out Ireland in the old language and a number which let the world war bombers know they were in neutral territory. Along the way to the end of the is a traditional weaving shop and an old castle ruin which both make for worthy stops, shops, and photos. You can also bring a bathing suit and be another of the cows. There are literally down at the beach! Do yourself a favour & if you are able, park the car at St John's & up to the lighthouse. It is so peaceful. I was there in Summer so there was an abundance of wildflowers along the way. There is no access to the but the views are excellent. There is an EIRE sign on the headland & an old WW II look out post to explore as well. There is a car park at the lighthouse. Such a quiet 2 km from the car park to the lighthouse. You can meet and sheep there too. St. John’s is one of Donegal’s best-kept secrets. It's tucked away on the wild Atlantic coast, this long, narrow peninsula reaches boldly into the sea, offering some of the most breathtaking views in Ireland. At the tip, you’ll find the iconic St. John’s – guiding ships safely since the 1830s. Today, it's a peaceful place to watch the waves roll in and feel the timeless pull of the ocean. Surrounded by dramatic cliffs, clear waters, and unspoiled nature, this is a place to slow down. Take a walk, breathe in the salty air, and maybe even spot a dolphin or basking shark off the coast. Whether you're here for a quiet escape, a coastal adventure, or simply to reconnect with nature… St. John’s is Donegal at its most raw, real, and unforgettable. I would highly recommend visiting it. You can actually drive to the lighthouse. Beautiful spot. 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