Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Burra Stack
In or near Skaw.
Burra Stack — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
Mike Pennington — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Burra Stack is a named hill or mountain in scotland islands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Burra Stack is a mountain located in the Scottish Islands. It is known for its distinctive geological features and rugged landscape. The area offers opportunities for walking and climbing, attracting outdoor enthusiasts seeking remote and challenging terrain. Visitors can expect dramatic views of the surrounding islands and coastal scenery.
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- Coordinates
- 60.8395, -0.9018
Sources
- manual: geonames-12614799 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Burra Stack?
- Burra Stack is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
- What is Burra Stack?
- Burra Stack — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Burra Stack?
- Its coordinates are 60.8395°, -0.9018°.