The site consists of a substantial circular enclosure measuring roughly 170 metres north to south and 150 metres east to west, defined by an earthen bank with a defensive ditch running along its outer edge. Though time has weathered its features, the fort remains in reasonably good condition, with traces of what appears to be a second outer bank visible beneath the modern stone wall that now crowns the hilltop. Sharp-eyed visitors can spot remnants of stone facing along the inner bank on the eastern side, suggesting this was once a more elaborate defensive structure than its current grassy appearance might suggest.

The fort’s builders created two entrances through the defences; a wider southern gateway spanning about 5.5 metres and a narrower 3-metre opening to the west, both featuring causeways that bridge the protective ditch. While the southern entrance appears original, some archaeologists suspect the western access point might be a later addition from more recent centuries. The presence of these multiple entrances hints at the site’s importance as more than just a defensive position; it likely served as a hub for the local community during the Iron Age.

Adding to the site’s historical layers, a graveyard now occupies part of the enclosure, demonstrating how these ancient places continued to hold significance for local communities long after their original purpose was forgotten. First documented by antiquarians like Costello in 1902 and Knox in 1911, the hillfort was more thoroughly surveyed by archaeologist Raftery in 1976, who noted additional features including possible traces of an outer fosse, particularly visible on the southern side. Today, the site stands as a testament to the engineering skills of Ireland’s ancient inhabitants, who transformed this hilltop into a formidable stronghold overlooking the Galway landscape.