Enjoy the incredible views from the top of McArt's Fort. All of Belfast can be seen from its peak, as can the Isle of Man and Scotland on clear days. The walk from the Hightown road carpark to the top of Cavehill is the least arduous, very picturesque and only takes 25-40 minutes depending on your fitness. However this cache can also be found if following the trail from the Ballysillan or Upper Cavehill roads.
Other caches by Rundmck in the Cavehill series:
Welcome To Cavehill Country Park
Water under the bridge
The Old Ruins
A View with a twist!
Where the Wind Blows
Collinward Valley
also nearby: McArt's Fort View (owned by sgtzara)
Cave Hill is a basaltic hill overlooking the city of Belfast. It forms part of the southeastern border of the Antrim Plateau. It is distinguished by its famous 'Napoleon's Nose', a basaltic outcrop which resembles the profile of the famous emperor Napoleon.
McArt's fort, on the summit of the hill, is an example of an old ráth or ring fort. It is protected on one side by a precipice and on the others by a single ditch, 10 feet (3.0 m) in depth and 25 feet (7.6 m) in width; a vallum of large dimensions. The enclosed area is nearly level. The flat top of the fort is 150 feet (46 m) from north to south, and 180 feet (55 m) from east to west.
It is believed that the fort's inhabitants used the caves to store white foods for the winter and may have served as a refuge during times of attack.
THE CACHE
This cache is a traditional small-medium sized container with some camo. It contains a log book (with pencil inside) and room for some small swaps or travel bugs. Please handle and replace the cache carefully, ensuring the lid is secure.
TERRAIN: Please be careful and sensible looking for and retrieving this cache. McArt's Fort has some sheer cliff faces so pay attention to your footing and watch what you're doing! The cache is located in a safe location, but still requires caution, care and common sense!