Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Cairn Hill
Cairn Hill — mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 166 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
Cairn Hill is a mountain located in scotland islands. Elevation: 166 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Place summary
Cairn Hill is a mountain located in the Scottish Islands. It is characterised by its rugged terrain and scenic views typical of the region. Visitors can expect a landscape that offers opportunities for hiking and exploration, with varied elevations and natural features. The area is known for its natural beauty and is a notable landmark in the Scottish Islands.
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- Coordinates
- 58.8024, -3.2769
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW16 3NQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: n916786374 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cairn Hill?
- Cairn Hill is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW16 3NQ).
- What is Cairn Hill?
- Cairn Hill — mountain in scotland islands. Elevation: 166 m.
- How do I get to Cairn Hill?
- Drivers can use postcode KW16 3NQ.
- How do I get to Cairn Hill?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW16 3NQ. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.