Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Akla
In or near Finstown.
Akla — mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 254 m.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Dog-friendly
About
Akla is a mountain located in scotland islands. Elevation: 254 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Place summary
Akla is a mountain located in the Scottish Islands. It is characterised by its rugged terrain and scenic views, typical of the region's natural landscape. Visitors can expect a challenging experience with opportunities for hiking and exploration in a remote setting. The area is known for its unique biodiversity and offers a chance to observe local wildlife.
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- Coordinates
- 58.9533, -3.1495
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2BD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: n3407037223 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Akla?
- Akla is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2BD).
- What is Akla?
- Akla — mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 254 m.
- How do I get to Akla?
- The nearest town is Finstown. Drivers can use postcode KW17 2BD.
- How do I get to Akla?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2BD. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.