The keeper for Blacksod Lighthouse is also responsible for Blackrock Lighthouse at Blackrock Island . Located 12 miles west of Blacksod Bay , the lighthouse on Blackrock is automated and accessible only by helicopter . On 14 March 2017 , four Irish Coast Guard personnel were killed in a crash off Blackrock Lighthouse when after it was understood they were seeking to refuel at Blacksod lighthouse
killed in a crash
2017 Irish Coast Guard Rescue 116 crash
Blacksod Lighthouse