lough gara

Midway between Boyle and Balaghaderreen is Lough Gara. When the level of the lake was lowered some years ago, 338 Crannogs (lake dwellings) and 31 dug-out boats were found. On the right of the road can be seen one of the largest dolmens in Ireland and 5 km from Ballaghaderreen are the four altars, where Mass was celebrated in Penal times.